Exploring the Effects of Lactobacillus Paracasei PS23 on Workplace-related Stress Symptoms Among Office Workers

Exploring the Effects of Lactobacillus Paracasei PS23 on Workplace-related Stress Symptoms Among Office Workers

A total of 120 subjects are expected to be recruited over a 3-year period starting after IRB approval, divided into two groups of 60 subjects, receiving PS23 or placebo, and completing a 6-week trial period.

There is still a lack of research to explore the interaction between high-pressure workers and probiotics to improve the intestinal microbiota and further affect its relationship with sleep, inflammation, and anti-oxidation, and further studies are still needed to confirm the clinical effect. A total of 120 subjects are expected to be recruited over a 3-year period starting after IRB approval, divided into two groups of 60 subjects, receiving PS23 or placebo, and completing a 6-week trial period.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Administrative staff of JARLLYTEC CO., LTD.
2. Age 20-65 years old
3. Those who feel that they are in a medium to high stress situation

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have taken antibiotics within one month or are receiving antibiotic treatment
2. Have taken probiotic products within two weeks (excluding yogurt, yogurt, Yakult and other related foods)
3. have a history of cancer
4. Those who are allergic to lactic acid bacteria products
5. Those who are currently taking medication for acute illness, mental illness or sleep disorder
6. Pregnant or breastfeeding
7. The project host judges that it is not suitable to participate in the researcher