A Review on the Effect of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium Probiotics in the Prevention and Improvement of Human Diseases

  • Roya Safarkar Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Science, Islamic Azad University, Ardabil, Iran
  • Parya Alikhiavi Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Science, Islamic Azad University, Ardabil, Iran
Keywords: Probiotics, Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Intestinal microbial flora.

Abstract

Introduction: In recent years, the health-giving properties of probiotics have attracted the attention of many researchers. Probiotics are vital microorganisms that can play a useful role in improving human health if they are used consistently and adequately. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are the most common probiotic bacteria that are introduced as the normal flora of the body. Probiotics can have a beneficial effect on improving human health by inhibiting or reducing pathogenic microorganisms. They can play an effective role in the treatment and prevention of various diseases such as constipation, oral and dental diseases, cancer, diarrhea, Helicobacter pylori infection and similar diseases. The purpose of this study is to review probiotics and their impact on preventing and improving human health.

Conclusion: Based on the studies, it can be concluded that the continous and sufficient consumption of probiotics can prevent and improve human diseases.

Published
2023-02-19
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