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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Main Authors: Marissa L. King, Xiaohui Xing, Greta Reintjes, Leeann Klassen, Kristin E. Low, Trevor W. Alexander, Matthew Waldner, Trushar R. Patel, D. Wade Abbott
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-09-01
Series:Animal Microbiome
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s42523-024-00328-1