<i>Ligilactobacillus acidipiscis</i> YJ5 modulates the gut microbiota and produces beneficial metabolites to relieve constipation by enhancing the mucosal barrier
Fei Shen, Qianqian Wang, Sami Ullah, Ya Pan, Minjie Zhao, Jing Wang, Ming Chen, Fengqin Feng, Hao Zhong
Abstract
YJ5 was shown to relieve constipation, and metabolomics analysis revealed that these positive effects were related to its metabolites like malic acid and heliangin.
Topics & Concepts
Gut floraConstipationGut–brain axisMedicineChemistryPharmacologyImmunologyInternal medicineGastrointestinal motility and disordersGut microbiota and healthProbiotics and Fermented Foods