Zhou Chuandong, Jicong Hu, Jiawen Li, Yuting Wu, Chan Wu, Guanxi Lai, Han Shen, Fenglin Wu, Changli Tao, Song Liu, Wenfeng Zhang, Hongwei Shao
Ligilactobacillus murinus, a member of the Ligilactobacillus genus, holds significant potential as a probiotic. While research on Ligilactobacillus murinus has been relatively limited compared to well-studied probiotic lactic acid bacteria such as Limosilactobacillus reuteri and Lactobacillus gasseri, a mounting body of evidence highlights its extensive involvement in host intestinal metabolism and immune activities. Moreover, its abundance exhibits a close correlation with intestinal health. Notably, beyond the intestinal context, Ligilactobacillus murinus is gaining recognition for its contributions to metabolism and regulation in the oral cavity, lungs, and vagina...
February 15, 2024: Microbiological Research