Yakult, with L. casei Shirota was created to optimize the health of the intestinal tract and boost your immune system. (myersdetox.com)
Koebnick C et al; Probiotic Beverage containing Lactobacillus Casei Shirota Improves Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Patients with Chronic Constipation; Can J Gastroenterol; 2003 Nov; 17 (11): 655 - 9. (probiotics-help.com)
Other insulin - sensitizing species that lower body fat, lower cholesterol, raise HDL, lower TG, lower BG, insulin and HgbA1c are: L casei L rhamnosus L acidophilus L reuteri L gasseri (freetheanimal.com)