by A recent study published in the prestigious journal, “Nature Communications,” sheds light on an intriguing collaboration between a beneficial microbe and a prebiotic in mitigating food allergies.
Researchers at the University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” in Italy discovered that a specific strain of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, when combined with a prebiotic, can effectively modulate the immune response to food allergens.
The study involved feeding mice a Dietary Supplements containing peanut protein, which is a common allergen, along with the probiotic and prebiotic. The results showed that the probiotic-prebiotic duo significantly reduced the allergic response in the mice, as evidenced by a decrease in inflammatory markers and an increase in regulatory T cells.
The prebiotic, a type of dietary fiber, acts as food for the probiotic, allowing it to thrive in the gut. The probiotic, in turn, produces short-chain fatty acids, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Together, they create a favorable environment in the gut that helps to regulate the immune response to food allergens.
This finding adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the role of the gut microbiome in food allergy development and offers a promising new approach to prevention and treatment. Further research is needed to determine the specific mechanisms involved and to explore the potential applications for humans.
In summary, a study published in “Nature Communications” reveals that a specific strain of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, when combined with a prebiotic, can effectively modulate the immune response to food allergens in mice. The probiotic and prebiotic work together by creating a favorable environment in the gut, allowing the probiotic to thrive and produce anti-inflammatory short-chain fatty acids. This collaboration offers a promising new approach to food allergy prevention and treatment.
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