A double-blind, 377-subject randomized study identifies <i>Ruminococcus, Coprococcus, Christensenella</i> , and <i>Collinsella</i> as long-term potential key players in the modulation of the gut microbiome of lactose intolerant individuals by galacto-oligosaccharides
M. Andrea Azcárate-Peril, Jeffrey Roach, Alan J. Marsh, William D. Chey, William J. Sandborn, Andrew J. Ritter, Dennis A. Savaiano, Todd R. Klaenhammer
Abstract
. Results confirmed and expanded data on GOS microbiome modulation in LI individuals. Microbiome analysis at 16 and 22 weeks after treatment further suggested relatively long-term benefits when individuals continued consumption of dairy products.
Topics & Concepts
RoseburiaFaecalibacterium prausnitziiRuminococcusBiologyMicrobiomePhysiologyInternal medicineMicrobiologyLactobacillusFecesFood scienceMedicineBioinformaticsFermentationGut microbiota and healthDigestive system and related healthProbiotics and Fermented Foods