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2000
Volume 4, Issue 8
  • ISSN: 1389-5575
  • E-ISSN: 1875-5607

Abstract

We review the present knowledge on the biological mechanisms of action of probiotics and prebiotics. They include direct effects in the intestinal lumen or on intestinal or immune cells, and indirect mechanisms through modulation of the endogenous microflora (composition or functions such as butyrate production) or of the immune system.

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  • Article Type:     Review Article
Keyword(s): butyrate production; cytokines; intestinal flora; intestinal immune system; mechanisms of action; prebiotics; probiotics

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