Publications by authors named "Bailiang Li"

Milk protein sensitivity is a major challenge in infant feeding, especially for infants who cannot receive adequate breastfeeding. Hydrolyzed milk protein is a mainstream way to address this difficulty. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of differences in whey protein concentrate (WPC) source and the degree of hydrolysis on blocking allergy and to analyze the possible mechanisms by which hydrolyzed infant formula (IF) blocks allergy through colony-metabolism-immunity response.

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Correction for 'Human milk oligosaccharides and milk fat globule membrane reduce allergic reactions in mice through the modulation of gut microbiota and metabolic functions' by Xinzhang Chen , , 2024, , 11252-11265, https://doi.org/10.1039/D4FO03851G.

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Background: Transglutaminase (TGase) is a heat-resistant biocatalyst with strong catalytic activity, which functions effectively under moderate temperature and pH conditions, and is used widely in protein cross-linking and recombination. Transglutaminase cross-linking is a novel and specific modification method for black bean protein isolate (BBPI). This article investigates the effect of transglutaminase cross-linking on the structure and emulsification performance of heated BBPI.

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Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/fucoidan (FUC) blend nanofibers were systematically fabricated to co-encapsulate probiotic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 69-2 (LP69-2) and four kinds of polyphenols by electrospinning for the first time. Scanning electron microscopy showed that some areas of PVA/FUC nanofibers encapsulated with LP69-2 were locally broadened. Attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction suggested that LP69-2 and polyphenol were successfully encapsulated in PVA/FUC electrospun nanofibers.

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  • Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) show promise as treatments for cow's milk allergy (CMA) by reducing nutrient damage compared to standard methods of milk protein digestion.
  • * The study on a mouse model revealed that HMOs and MFGM significantly lowered allergy symptoms and inflammation markers while enhancing intestinal barriers.
  • * Their combined effect also improved gut microbiota by increasing beneficial bacteria that produce butyrate, which further helps in reducing allergy-related issues.
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  • Diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), is a leading cause of death worldwide, with a high-fat diet (HFD) identified as a significant risk factor for its development.
  • This study established HFD and T2DM mouse models to investigate the effects of HFD on various pathological indicators, intestinal microbiome changes, and short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production.
  • Results showed that HFD influences several factors related to T2DM progression, particularly affecting gut bacteria that synthesize SCFAs, suggesting these microbes could be targeted for future prevention and treatment strategies.
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subsp. () is one of the most commonly employed in the food industry. Exopolysaccharides (EPS) of , which are known to exhibit probiotic properties, are secondary metabolites produced during the growth of .

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Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are an evolutionarily significant advantage bestowed by mothers for facilitating the development of the infant's gut microbiota. They can avoid absorption in the stomach and small intestine, reaching the colon successfully, where they engage in close interactions with gut microbes. This process also enables HMOs to exert additional prebiotic effects, including regulating the mucus layer, promoting physical growth and brain development, as well as preventing and mitigating conditions such as NEC, allergies, and diarrhea.

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In the present study, we investigated the mechanisms associated with the stabilizing effects of whey protein concentrate-80 (WPC80) and L-ascorbyl 6-palmitate (LAP) on folic acid (FA). Multispectral techniques show that WPC80 binds to FA and LAP mainly through hydrophobic interactions, and that energy is transferred from WPC80 to FA and LAP in a nonradiative form (FA/LAP); The combination of FA/LAP resulted in a change in the conformation and secondary structure content of WPC80, an increase in the absolute zeta potential of the system, and a shift in the particle size distribution towards smaller sizes. The compound system exhibits strengthened antioxidant properties and favorable binding properties.

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Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) is a common side effect of long-term and heavy antibiotic therapy. Weizmannia coagulans (W. coagulans) is an ideal probiotic because of its high viability, stability, and numerous health benefits to the host.

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Polyphenol-protein complexes delivery systems are gaining attention for their potential health benefits and food industry development. However, creating an ideal delivery system requires extensive wet-lab experimentation. To address this, we collected 525 ligand-protein interaction data pairs and established an interaction prediction model using Bilinear Attention Networks.

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Enterohemorrhagic (EHEC) serotype O157:H7 is a commonly encountered foodborne pathogen that can cause hemorrhagic enteritis and lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) in severe cases. is a beneficial bacterium that naturally exists in the human gut and plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy balance in the gut microbiota. This study investigated the protective effects of K5 in a mouse model of EHEC O157:H7 infection.

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Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) is a common side effect during antibiotic treatment, and this has warranted research into alternative protocols. In this study, we investigated the potential therapeutic effects of three cohorts, KLDS 1.0386, KLDS 1.

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Probiotics are susceptible to diverse conditions during processing, storage, and digestion. Here, shellac (SC), sodium alginate (SA), coconut oil (CO), soybean oil (SO), and trehalose (AL) were used to prepare microcapsules aiming to improve the survival of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum KLDS1.0318 during freeze-drying, storage process, and gastrointestinal digestion.

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is a common probiotic; both viable and heat-inactivated have many probiotic effects, such as anticancer effects. But some mechanisms of anticancer effects are still unclear, especially for heat-inactivated probiotics. In this study, we analyzed the effects of viable and heat-inactivated D42 on human colon cancer cells (HT-29).

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Natural components of breast milk, human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and osteopontin (OPN) have been shown to have a variety of functional activities and are widely used in infant formulas. However, the preventive and therapeutic effects of both on influenza viruses are not known. In this study, antiviral assays using a human laryngeal carcinoma cell line (HEP-2) showed that 3'-sialyllactose (3'-SL) and OPN had the best antiviral ability with IC values of 33.

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The processing characteristics of yogurt are closely related to the composition and arrangement of exopolysaccharides (EPS) in lactic acid bacteria (LAB). To fully understand and develop the functional properties of EPS and to study the effect of EPS molecular weight on yogurt and its mechanism, the physicochemical properties of high molecular weight EPS-LH43, medium molecular weight EPS-LH13, and low molecular weight EPS-LH23, as well as the gel properties and protein conformation of yogurt, were determined and analyzed in this experiment. The results indicate that EPS-LH43 and EPS-LH13 are both composed of mannose, rhamnose, galacturonic acid, glucose, and galactose.

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Exopolysaccharides (EPS) yield and added concentration of lactic acid bacteria can greatly affect the processing characteristics of fermented milk. In order to investigate the effects and mechanisms of EPS yield and added concentration on fermented milk, researchers extracted EPS from 50 strains of Lactobacillus helvedicus (L. helvedicus) and selected the two strains with the largest difference in EPS yield (L.

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The milk fat globules in infant formula (IF) are encapsulated by a component known as milk fat globule membrane (MFGM). However, it is currently unclear whether the improved emulsion stability of MFGM can have a profound effect on the finished IF. Therefore, this study investigated the effects of MFGM on the particle size, stability, rheology, and microstructure of emulsions prepared by dairy ingredients via wet mixing.

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Over the past few decades, researchers have discovered that probiotics play an important role in our daily lives. With the further deepening of research, more and more evidence show that bacterial metabolites have an important role in food and human health, which opens up a new direction for the research of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) in the food and pharmaceutical industry. Many LAB have been widely studied because of the ability of exopolysaccharides (EPS).

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In this study, the antioxidant properties of intact cells (IC), cell-free supernatant (CFS), and cell-free extracts (CFE) and whole genome sequencing of E3 ( E3), as well as the structural characteristics and antioxidant properties of EPS-1, EPS-2, and EPS-3, were evaluated. The results revealed that intact cells (IC), cell-free supernatant (CFS), and cell-free extracts (CFE) had potent DPPH (1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical), hydroxyl, and superoxide anion radical scavenging capacities, among which CFS was the best. At the genetic level, we identified a strong carbohydrate metabolism capacity, an EPS synthesis gene cluster, and five sugar nucleotides in E3.

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Changes in the functions of the intestinal barrier occur in parallel with the development of sepsis. The protection by strains (BB, BL, BB12, and BLBB) was evaluated in mice injected with lipopolysaccharide (LPS). The results revealed an increase in the ratio of ileal villus length to crypt depth in the BLBB group compared with that in the LPS group, as were the number of IgA plasma, CD4/CD8 T, and dendritic cells.

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A simple model of alternative microbiota in the developing intestinal environment has been highly desirable for the study of health and disease in the gut. The pattern of antibiotic depletion of natural gut microbes is necessary for this model. However, the effects and loci of antibiotic deletion of gut microbes remain unclear.

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Reputed as a significant metabolic disorder, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is characterized by high-fat deposits in the liver and causes substantial economic challenges to any country's workforce. Previous studies have indicated that some lactic acid bacteria may effectively prevent or treat NAFLD. Overall, KLDS1.

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