Protective effect of β-carotene on OVA-induced food allergy in mice by strengthening intestinal epithelial barrier function and regulating intestinal microflora
Huiying Kuang, Yu Ma, Yixiang Liu
Abstract
β-carotene is the dietary source of vitamin A, which has a variety of physiological functions. It may prevent food allergy by strengthening intestinal epithelial barrier function and regulating intestinal microflora.
Topics & Concepts
Barrier functionCaroteneMicrobiologyFunction (biology)Food allergyBiologyIntestinal epitheliumFood scienceAllergyImmunologyCell biologyEpitheliumGeneticsFood Allergy and Anaphylaxis ResearchBiochemical Analysis and Sensing TechniquesConsumer Attitudes and Food Labeling