Bio-Functional Properties of Lactic Acid Bacteria in Functional Foods.
- 2026-02-03
- Foods (Basel, Switzerland) 15(3)
- Svetoslav Dimitrov Todorov
- PubMed: 41683114
- DOI: 10.3390/foods15030528
Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are pivotal in the production of fermented foods, serving as functional ingredients that enhance both the quality and safety of these products [...].
Research Insights
| Supplement | Health Outcome | Effect Type | Effect Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bifidobacterium plantarum | Improved Digestive Health | Beneficial | Small |
| Bifidobacterium plantarum | Improved Gastrointestinal Health | Beneficial | Small |
| Bifidobacterium plantarum | Improved Gut Microbiota Balance | Beneficial | Moderate |
| Lactobacillus rhamnosus lysate powder | Improved Gut Microbiota Composition | Beneficial | Moderate |