Probiotic Bifidobacterium species: potential beneficial effects in diarrheal disorders. Focus on "Probiotic Bifidobacterium species stimulate human SLC26A3 gene function and expression in intestinal epithelial cells (original) (raw)
2014, American journal of physiology. Cell physiology
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The paper investigates the role of Bifidobacterium species as probiotics and their potential beneficial effects on diarrheal disorders. It highlights the importance of understanding the mechanisms by which these bacteria influence gene expression linked to electrolyte and water absorption in intestinal epithelial cells, particularly focusing on the SLC26A3 gene, also known as downregulated in adenoma (DRA). The findings suggest that Bifidobacterium formulations could serve as a therapeutic alternative to traditional antidiarrheal drugs, potentially minimizing adverse effects associated with those medications.
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