In vitro and ex vivo metabolism of chemically diverse fructans by bovine rumen Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species
Abstract Background Inulin and inulin-derived fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are well-known prebiotics for use in companion animals and livestock. The mechanisms by which FOS contribute to health has not been fully established. Further, the fine chemistry of fructan structures from diverse sources, su...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-09-01
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Series: | Animal Microbiome |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s42523-024-00328-1 |