All Probiotics, Prebiotics & Synbiotics articles – Page 2
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NewsIt’s not just humans — bacteria have memory too
Beneficial bacteria — used in probiotics and biological pest control to fight harmful bacteria — possess memory, and even pass information on to future generations.
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NewsEarly life antibiotic increases risk of asthma: providing clues to a potential prevention adult asthma
Early exposure to antibiotics can trigger long term susceptibility to asthma, according to researchers who isolated a molecule produced by gut bacteria that in the future could potentially be trialed as a dietary supplement for children at risk of asthma.
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NewsResearchers develop new way for beneficial microbes to survive extreme conditions and space exploration
The team’s formulations allow microbial therapeutics to maintain their potency and function over time despite extreme temperatures, harsh manufacturing processes, and radiation exposure.
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NewsStudy reveals a way to protect microbes from extreme conditions
By helping microbes withstand industrial processing, the method could make it easier to harness the benefits of microorganisms used as medicines and in agriculture.
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NewsBacteria discovery leads to novel probiotic for eczema
Research has led to the availability of a new over-the-counter topical eczema probiotic, based on the discovery that bacteria present on healthy skin called Roseomonas mucosa can safely relieve eczema symptoms in adults and children.
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NewsProbiotic spray method improves hatchability and health of chicks
Scientists have found that using a probiotic spray on eggs improves the number and quality of chicks that successfully hatch. The patented method improves chick health for broiler production without relying on antibiotics.
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NewsMicrobe and prebiotic team up to work against food allergies
New research reveals a mutually beneficial relationship between an unassuming microbial species and the prebiotic lactulose – together, they encourage the production of an important metabolite known for its positive influence on gut health.
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NewsScientists develop functional bread using probiotic yeast to help prevent asthma
Bread produced with probiotic yeast performed well in experiments with mice, showing potential to combat asthma, which affects 20 million Brazilians.
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NewsUncovering the potential of ‘golden flower’ and its fermentation application in tea
A new review examines the biological characteristics and fermentation applications of Eurotium cristatum, commonly known as the ’golden flower’, a dominant microbial strain in the fermentation process of Fu brick tea.
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NewsAnti-inflammatory curbs spread of fungi causing serious blood infections
Researchers have discovered that a common anti-inflammatory drug, mesalamine, can replace the work of good bacteria in fighting the fungus Candida albicans in the gut.
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NewsMolecule produced in gut can have protective effect against flu, study shows
In experiments with mice, researchers found that viral load and inflammation decreased in animals infected by influenza virus when they were given indole-3-propionic acid.
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NewsMicrobes pave way to functional dairy products - and convincing plant-based cheese
Even though cheese has been around for thousands of years, researchers continue to move forward with intriguing new approaches, says the American Chemical Society as it marks National Dairy Month in June.
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NewsProbiotic bacteria from fermented grain byproduct can battle E coli invasion in mouse gut
Probiotic bacteria isolated from corn steep liquor - a by-product of fermented maize - can prevent E coli invasion in the mouse gut, reveals new research presented at the recent Letters in Applied Microbiology ECS Research Symposium.
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NewsGut bacteria boost immune response to fight tumors
Roughly one in five cancer patients benefits from immunotherapy – a treatment that harnesses the immune system to fight cancer. Such an approach to beating cancer has seen significant success in lung cancer and melanoma, among others. Optimistic about its potential, researchers are exploring strategies to improve ...
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News5S-Heudelotinone alleviates experimental colitis by shaping the immune system and enhancing the intestinal barrier
A new study discusses how 5S-Heudelotinone alleviates experimental colitis by shaping the immune system and enhancing the intestinal barrier in a gut microbiota-dependent manner.
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NewsResearch on how chickens fight salmonella offers clues to help other animals and humans
A paper published this spring is the culmination of decades of research that has uncovered the secrets of the chicken’s microbiome and changed the way the poultry industry tackles salmonella.
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NewsStudy reveals worrying links between bacteremia and probiotic use
Researchers using whole-genome sequencing found that all identified Clostridium butyricum bacteremia strains were probiotic derivatives.
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NewsCranberry extracts could boost microbiota and counter cardiometabolic diseases
Cranberry extracts appear to improve intestinal microbiota and help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, according to a study that reported beneficial effects after only four days of use.
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NewsCocktails of antibiotics, probiotics and prebiotics hold promise in treating a common form of irritable bowel syndrome
Personalised “cocktails” of antibiotics, probiotics and prebiotics hold great promise in the treatment of a common form of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a new study suggests.
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NewsVitamin D availability enhances antitumor microbes in mice
Dietary vitamin D modulates the gut microbiome to enhance the response to cancer immunotherapies, according to a new study in mice.
