All articles tagged with #probiotic
A kimchi-derived lactic acid bacterium, Leuconosteroides mesenteroides CBA3656, binds nanoplastics in gut-like conditions and maintains substantial adsorption under simulated intestinal conditions, leading to a >2× increase in fecal nanoplastics in germ-free mice and suggesting a potential microbial approach to reduce nanoplastic accumulation by promoting excretion.
Researchers from East China Normal University engineered an oral probiotic called GIFT that resides briefly in the gut, senses real-time blood glucose elevations, and autonomously secretes GLP-1 to lower glucose levels. In tests with mice and non-human primates, it improved glycemic control and lipid profiles, and human trials are planned, offering a potential on-demand alternative to some insulin regimens and traditional GLP-1 therapies in the future.
A gut bacterium, Roseburia inulinivorans, is linked to stronger muscles and better fitness, with levels declining as people age. In humans, older adults with detectable R. inulinivorans had about 29% higher grip strength; in mice, supplementation boosted forelimb grip strength by ~30% and increased the proportion of fast-twitch (type II) muscle fibers, suggesting a gut–muscle axis and probiotic potential for sarcopenia. The study also notes species-specific effects and limitations, including that colonization did not occur in the mouse model and long-term human trials are needed to confirm causality and benefit.
A kimchi-derived bacterium, Leuconosteco mesenteroides CBA3656, binds polystyrene nanoplastics in lab tests, simulated human intestines, and mice, hinting at a probiotic approach to reduce plastic accumulation in the body, though results are preliminary and human trials are needed.
A dietitian recommends skipping probiotic supplements for most people and instead incorporating six probiotic-rich foods—sauerkraut, kefir, miso, kimchi, tempeh, and yogurt—into your diet, with guidance on portioning and choosing fermented over vinegared options to support gut health.
A kimchi-derived lactic acid bacterium, Leuconostoc mesenteroides CBA3656, binds nanoplastics in the gut and retains high adsorption under intestinal-like conditions, with mouse studies showing increased fecal excretion of nanoplastics, suggesting a probiotic approach to reducing plastic buildup in the gastrointestinal tract.
Chinese researchers have developed a modified probiotic supplement that can protect mice from the acute effects of consuming too much alcohol. The probiotic works by metabolizing alcohol in the gut, reducing the amount of alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream. The modified probiotic also reduces acute liver damage and intestinal inflammation caused by excessive alcohol consumption. The therapy has yet to be tested in humans, but it could potentially alleviate the worst effects of alcoholism. However, experts caution that even moderate drinking has harmful effects, and the general health advice remains the same: limit the number of drinks you consume to reduce the toll on your health.
Scientists in China have created a probiotic that produces an enzyme to help the body break down alcohol faster. Alcohol-fed mice that were given the probiotic beforehand experienced less drunkenness and recovered more quickly. The researchers believe that genetically modified probiotics could have other uses as well, including helping people with certain liver conditions caused by chronic alcohol use. However, more research is needed to see if this can be scaled up to humans.
Researchers in China have developed a genetically-engineered probiotic that can reduce the ill effects of alcohol exposure in mice. The probiotic reduced alcohol absorption, prolonged alcohol tolerance, and shortened recovery time after exposure to alcohol. The probiotic expressed human ADH1B, which accelerated the breakdown of alcohol in the body. The researchers encapsulated the probiotic to ensure it would survive against stomach acid. The next step is to investigate whether the potential therapeutic effect of the modified probiotic extends to humans.
A genetically engineered probiotic pill, containing 'good' gut bacteria and an enzyme that breaks down alcohol in the body, has been found to reduce alcohol absorption, prolong alcohol tolerance, and shorten recovery time after exposure to alcohol in mice. The probiotic could also alleviate alcohol-related damage to the liver and intestines. While the pill has not yet been tested on humans, researchers predict it could present a new way to reduce alcohol-induced health problems. The WHO estimates that excessive alcohol consumption kills 3 million people around the world each year.