Current Probiotics - Current Issue

IntroductionIn the present study, we focused on the screening of the potential probiotic yeasts isolated from two Indian fermented cereal-based foods, viz., Idli and Selroti. A total of 260 yeast isolates were isolated from the batters of Idli (140 isolates) and Selroti (120 isolates).MethodsPreliminary screening of basic probiotic traits such as tolerance to low pH, bile, and cell surface attachment was check Read More

BackgroundProbiotics are live microorganisms that, when administered, have beneficial effects on human health. Hence, various probiotic organisms belonging to the genera Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are being increasingly used in food and pharmaceutical products. For regulatory compliance, simple and reliable analytical methods are required for selective enumeration of different probiotic organisms pr Read More

Radiotherapy for head and neck cancer (HNC) is associated with a dose-limiting side effect known as radiation-induced oral mucositis (RIOM), which severely diminishes the quality of life for patients. The best part is that this adverse effect has identified risk factors, enabling the implementation of preventative medication to delay/mitigate the ill effects, colonization of opportunistic microbes, and infection. Clinically, several effective Read More

Probiotics are advantageous bacteria that provide numerous health benefits to individuals when ingested and help to keep the gut microbiota balance. These beneficial bacteria can be found in food, supplements, and medicines. Foods that contain probiotics include yogurt, tempeh, and miso, while bacteria of lactic acid and bifido are the predominant microbial strains commonly employed in various applications. Due to t Read More

IntroductionTuberculosis-related mood disorders are well-known but least researched. As frequent comorbidity of tuberculosis (TB), depression is linked to poor adherence to treatment for a number of illnesses. The exact causal mechanism and pathways behind TB disease and associated mental illnesses are unclear. The disease's severity and duration impact the occurrence of depression, and MDR-TB enhances this risk. T Read More

Humans serve as hosts for various species of microorganisms that contribute to the maintenance of human health. The beneficial bacteria residing in our bodies are referred to as probiotics. Besides improving the immune system, probiotics are also capable of warding off various diseases. In recent decades, probiotic microorganisms have emerged as a significant factor in human well-being. Popularly referred to as “health-fri Read More