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The recent advances in the field of probiotics
Probiotics are currently experiencing significant progress, both in terms of research and industrial development.
M. SALTIMASON
7/11/20241 min read
Probiotics are currently making notable advances, both in research and industrial development. Here are some of the latest innovations in this field:
1. Discovery of new strains and improved production techniques:
The discovery of new probiotic strains is booming, particularly thanks to advances in "metagenomics" and "culturomics." These techniques allow for the precise identification and characterization of strains from various human microbial ecosystems, such as the gut, oral cavity, and skin. Additionally, innovative technologies, such as exposure to specific electromagnetic fields, are being used to enhance bacterial growth and viability during production, thus improving the efficiency of fermentation and stabilization processes.
2. Next-generation probiotics:
Research is also focusing on next-generation probiotics, such as Akkermansia muciniphila and butyrate-producing bacteria. These strains, still not widely available on the market, show promising therapeutic potential for applications ranging from the modulation of gut microbiota to the prevention and treatment of metabolic and infectious diseases. However, although these emerging strains are promising, their mechanisms of action still require in-depth studies to be fully understood and secured, especially regarding the potential risks of antibiotic resistance gene transfer.
References :
1. Montemarano, M. (2024). Advances in Probiotic Manufacturing, Development, and Delivery. Nutraceuticals World. Consulté le 16 août 2024, à partir de [nutraceuticalsworld.com](https://www.nutraceuticalsworld.com/issues/2024-08/view_features/advances-in-probiotic-manufacturing-development-and-delivery)
2. Hou, et al. (2023). Function and therapeutic prospects of next-generation probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila in infectious diseases. Frontiers in Nutrition. Consulté le 16 août 2024, à partir de [frontiersin.org](https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2023.716266/full).