ZJ316 improves the quality of Miq. pickle by inhibiting harmful bacteria growth, degrading nitrite and promoting the gut microbiota health .

Microbial contamination and nitrite accumulation are the two major concerns in the quality control of fermented vegetables. In the present study, a lactic acid bacteria strain ZJ316 (ZJ316) was inoculated during Miq. (SSM) fermentation, and the effects of ZJ316 on the quality and bacterial community of SSM during fermentation were investigated.

Probiotic Potential of a Folate-Producing Strain LZ217 and Its Modulation Effects on Human Gut Microbiota.

Folate is a B-vitamin required for DNA synthesis, methylation, and cellular division, whose deficiencies are associated with various disorders and diseases. Currently, most folic acid used for fortification is synthesized chemically, causing undesirable side effects. However, using folate-producing probiotics is a viable option, which fortify folate in situ and regulate intestinal microbiota.