Lactobacillus plantarum UALp-05M and Improved Growth Performance

Research synthesisLow evidenceLarge effect4 studies · 4 beneficial · 0 neutral · 0 harmful

Across 4 studies, all reported beneficial effects of Lactobacillus plantarum on growth performance in animals, with effect sizes ranging from moderate to large. 3 of 4 studies found statistically significant improvements, predominantly in broiler chickens and piglets. No human studies were identified.

Studied populations: Broiler chickens, weaning pigs (young piglets), Labeo rohita juveniles

Caveats: Available evidence is overwhelmingly positive — clinical literature in this area is subject to publication bias (null-result studies are less likely to be published or indexed). Evidence base is small (only 4 studies) — conclusions should be considered preliminary. All studies were conducted in animal models (poultry, swine, fish); relevance to human growth performance is unknown. Doses and study durations were not consistently reported.

Generated Jun 11, 2026

4 of 4 papersPopulation:

Effects of dietary Lactobacillus plantarum B1 on growth performance, intestinal microbiota, and short chain fatty acid profiles in broiler chickens.
- 2016-04
- RCT
- Poultry Science 95(4)
- - Q. Peng
  - X. Zeng
  - Jinlong Zhu
  - Siyuan Wang
  - X. Liu
  - C. Hou
  - P. Thacker
  - S. Qiao
- PubMed: 26772658
- DOI: 10.3382/ps/pev435
18 Insights on
- Improved Growth Performance
- High evidence
- Highly Cited
- Rigorous Journal
- Clinical
Experiment 1 showed that L. plantarum B1 enhanced broiler average daily gain (ADG) and feed conversion ratio (FCR).
Effect
Beneficial
Effect size
Large
Effect of Lactobacillus plantarum CJLP243 on the growth performance and cytokine response of weaning pigs challenged with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.
- 2012-11-01
- RCT
- Journal of Animal Science 90(11)
- - J. S. Lee
  - E. Awji
  - S. J. Lee
  - D. Tassew
  - Y. B. Park
  - K. Park
  - M. K. Kim
  - B. Kim
  - S. C. Park
- PubMed: 22859771
- DOI: 10.2527/jas.2011-4434
13 Insights on
- Improved Growth Performance
- High evidence
The ADG of PC, T2, and T3 were greater (P = 0.001) than that of CON, NC, and T1 during wk 1 to wk 2... The overall ADG of PC and T3 were greater (P < 0.001) than the remaining groups.
Effect
Beneficial
Effect size
Large
Significant
Yes
Effect of Lactobacillus plantarum on diarrhea and intestinal barrier function of young piglets challenged with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli K88.
- 2014-04-01
- Journal of Animal Science 92(4)
- - K. M. Yang
  - Zong-yong Jiang
  - C. Zheng
  - Li Wang
  - X. Yang
- PubMed: 24492550
- DOI: 10.2527/jas.2013-6619
6 Insights on
- Improved Growth Performance
- Moderate evidence
- Highly Cited
- Rigorous Journal
Before and after ETEC K88 challenge, piglets fed L. plantarum had greater BW, ADG, and ADFI (P < 0.05) and marginally greater G:F (P < 0.10) compared to piglets fed the unsupplemented diet.
Effect
Beneficial
Effect size
Moderate
Significant
Yes
Potential probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum VSG3 improves the growth, immunity, and disease resistance of tropical freshwater fish, Labeo rohita.
- 2013-02
- Fish & Shellfish Immunology 34(2)
- - S. Giri
  - V. Sukumaran
  - M. Oviya
- PubMed: 23274158
- DOI: 10.1016/j.fsi.2012.12.008
15 Insights on
- Improved Growth Performance
- Low evidence
- Highly Cited
Results showed that administration of VSG3 for 60 days had significant effects (P < 0.05) on the specific growth rate (SGR) and feed utilization efficiency of L. rohita.
Effect
Beneficial
Effect size
Large
Significant
Yes

Lactobacillus plantarum UALp-05M and Improved Growth Performance

Effects of dietary Lactobacillus plantarum B1 on growth performance, intestinal microbiota, and short chain fatty acid profiles in broiler chickens.

Effect of Lactobacillus plantarum CJLP243 on the growth performance and cytokine response of weaning pigs challenged with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.

Effect of Lactobacillus plantarum on diarrhea and intestinal barrier function of young piglets challenged with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli K88.

Potential probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum VSG3 improves the growth, immunity, and disease resistance of tropical freshwater fish, Labeo rohita.