Polyphenols—Gut microbiota interrelationship: A transition to a new generation of prebiotics

D Plamada, DC Vodnar - Nutrients, 2021 - mdpi.com
The present review summarizes the studies carried out on this topic in the last five years.
According to the new definitions, among all the compounds included in the group of …

[HTML][HTML] Immune boosting functional foods and their mechanisms: A critical evaluation of probiotics and prebiotics

TJ Ashaolu - Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 2020 - Elsevier
Comprehensive studies conducted on the link between the gut microbiome and immunity in
recent decades have correspondingly led to ever increasing interests in functional foods …

Oral polyphenol-armored nanomedicine for targeted modulation of gut microbiota–brain interactions in colitis

H He, Q Qin, F Xu, Y Chen, S Rao, C Wang, X Jiang… - Science …, 2023 - science.org
Developing oral nanomedicines that suppress intestinal inflammation while modulating gut
microbiota and brain interactions is essential for effectively treating inflammatory bowel …

[HTML][HTML] Encapsulated probiotic cells: Relevant techniques, natural sources as encapsulating materials and food applications–A narrative review

FJ Rodrigues, MF Cedran, JL Bicas, HH Sato - Food research international, 2020 - Elsevier
The administration of probiotic microorganisms in adequate amounts is constantly related to
health benefits. To promote beneficial effects, these microorganisms must not be affected by …

Clinical translation of advanced colonic drug delivery technologies

A Awad, CM Madla, LE McCoubrey, F Ferraro… - Advanced drug delivery …, 2022 - Elsevier
Targeted drug delivery to the colon offers a myriad of benefits, including treatment of local
diseases, direct access to unique therapeutic targets and the potential for increasing …

Polysaccharides, proteins, and their complex as microencapsulation carriers for delivery of probiotics: A review on carrier types and encapsulation techniques

A Xie, S Zhao, Z Liu, X Yue, J Shao, M Li, Z Li - International Journal of …, 2023 - Elsevier
Probiotics provide several benefits for humans, including restoring the balance of gut
bacteria, boosting the immune system, and aiding in the management of certain conditions …

Fermentation of prebiotics by human colonic microbiota in vitro and short‐chain fatty acids production: a critical review

TJ Ashaolu, JO Ashaolu… - Journal of Applied …, 2021 - academic.oup.com
Prebiotics are known for their health benefits to man, including reducing cardiovascular
disease and improving gut health. This review takes a critical assessment of the impact of …

Functional oligosaccharide fermentation in the gut: Improving intestinal health and its determinant factors-A review

N Zhang, M Jin, K Wang, Z Zhang, NP Shah… - Carbohydrate Polymers, 2022 - Elsevier
The human intestine is characterized by an abundance of nutrients and a complex
microbiota that make crucial contributions to overall health. These nutrients facilitate the …

Synbiotics and their antioxidant properties, mechanisms, and benefits on human and animal health: a narrative review

M Mounir, A Ibijbijen, K Farih, HN Rabetafika… - Biomolecules, 2022 - mdpi.com
Antioxidants are often associated with a variety of anti-aging compounds that can ensure
human and animal health longevity. Foods and diet supplements from animals and plants …

[HTML][HTML] Impact of adding prebiotics and probiotics on the characteristics of edible films and coatings-a review

S Sáez-Orviz, M Rendueles, M Diaz - Food Research International, 2023 - Elsevier
Nowadays, conventional packaging materials made using non-renewable sources are
being replaced by more sustainable alternatives such as natural biopolymers (proteins …