Potential of Maintaining a Healthy Vaginal Environment by Two Strains Isolated from Cocoa Fermentation.

Bacteria in the genera and do not have cell walls and therefore interact with host cells through lipid-associated membrane proteins (LAMP). These lipoproteins are important for both surface adhesion and modulation of host immune responses. and have been implicated in cases of bacterial vaginosis (BV), which can cause infertility, abortion, and premature delivery.

Activity of Lactobacilli with Probiotic Potential Isolated from Cocoa Fermentation against .

Study of the probiotic potential of microorganisms isolated from fermented foods has been increasing, especially studies related to lactobacilli. In intestinal models, lactobacilli have demonstrated beneficial properties, such as anti-inflammatory activity and increased antibody production, but the molecular mechanisms involving probiotic and antagonistic action as well as their effect on human vaginal cells have not yet been fully elucidated. The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional and antagonistic properties of three strains of lactobacilli isolated from cocoa fermentation ( 5.

Inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm by Lactobacillus isolated from fine cocoa.

Background: Biofilm production represents an important virulence and pathogenesis factor for Staphylococcus aureus. The formation of biofilms on medical devices is a major concern in hospital environments, as they can become a constant source of infection. Probiotic bacteria, such as Lactobacillus fermentum and L.