In addition to its potential benefits for toxic shock syndrome, a probiotic approach may offer relief to individuals dealing with other staph infections.
More than two dozen states have legalized the sale of raw dairy products. Raw milk enthusiasts say that pasteurization—the process of heating milk just enough to kill harmful bacteria—reduces the nutritional value of milk. Experts say raw milk is not a meaningful source of "good" probiotic bacteria, and it can carry pathogens including Listeria, Campylobacter, Salmonella, and E. coli.