Spores from two distinct colony types of the strain Bacillus subtilis PB6 substantiate anti-inflammatory probiotic effects in mice Vrije Universiteit Brussel
BACKGROUND & AIMS: Reducing symptoms of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) by dietary supplements represents more than ever an attractive clinical approach. Since the use of spore forming bacteria may offer interesting advantages, the aim of the study was to address the anti-inflammatory potential of Bacillus >subtilis strain PB6 (ATCC - PTA 6737) spores, provided as a powder preparation.
METHODS: The immunomodulatory potential of ...