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We review the present knowledge on the biological mechanisms of action of probiotics and prebiotics. They include direct effects in the intestinal lumen or on intestinal or immune cells, and indirect mechanisms through modulation of the endogenous microflora (composition or functions such as butyrate production) or of the immune system.
Keywords: probiotics, prebiotics, mechanisms of action, intestinal flora, intestinal immune system, cytokines, butyrate production
Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry
Title: Cellular and Physiological Effects of Probiotics and Prebiotics
Volume: 4 Issue: 8
Author(s): Philippe Marteau, Philippe Seksik, Patricia Lepage and Joel Dore
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Keywords: probiotics, prebiotics, mechanisms of action, intestinal flora, intestinal immune system, cytokines, butyrate production
Abstract: We review the present knowledge on the biological mechanisms of action of probiotics and prebiotics. They include direct effects in the intestinal lumen or on intestinal or immune cells, and indirect mechanisms through modulation of the endogenous microflora (composition or functions such as butyrate production) or of the immune system.
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Marteau Philippe, Seksik Philippe, Lepage Patricia and Dore Joel, Cellular and Physiological Effects of Probiotics and Prebiotics, Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry 2004; 4 (8) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1389557043403369
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1389557043403369 |
Print ISSN 1389-5575 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |
Online ISSN 1875-5607 |
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