Comparative Evaluation of the Antimicrobial and Mucus Induction Properties of Selected Bacillus Strains against Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.

ABSTRACT: Probiotics have been shown to bind to host receptors, which are important for pathogen adhesion and induce the host's production of defence factors. They can activate the goblet-cell-derived production of mucins, a major component of the mucus layer and a physical barrier participating in limiting the proximity of microorganisms to the epithelial layer. In the last decade, Bacillus spp. strains have gained interest in human and animal health due to their tolerance and stability under gastrointestinal tract conditions. Moreover, Bacillus spp. strains can also produce various antimicrobial peptides that can support their use as commercial probiotic supplements and functional foods. The present study aimed to evaluate and determine the ability of selected Bacillus spp. strains to inhibit the

SUBMITTER: Bravo Santano N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7760508 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature