Regulate the balance of intestinal flora
Inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria: By fermenting carbohydrates to produce lactic acid and acetic acid, the intestinal environment becomes acidic, thereby inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella.
Competing for adhesion sites: Compete with harmful bacteria for adhesion sites on the intestinal mucosa, prevent their attachment and colonization, and reduce the damage to the intestinal tract.
Improve digestive function
Promote food digestion: Synthesize various vitamins (such as B1, B2, B6, B12 and folic acid), and participate in food digestion and nutrient absorption.
Relieve constipation and diarrhea: Stimulate intestinal peristalsis and alleviate constipation; Restore the balance of the microbiota to alleviate the symptoms of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Enhance immune function
Stimulate the generation of immune cells: Promote the generation of immune cells such as lymphocytes and macrophages, and enhance the body's resistance.
Regulating immune responses: It helps maintain the balance of the immune system and is beneficial for preventing allergic reactions and autoimmune diseases.
Metabolic regulation
Lowering blood lipids: Converting cholesterol into non-absorbable fecosterol, thereby reducing cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, which is beneficial to cardiovascular health.
Regulating blood sugar: By fermenting dietary fiber to produce short-chain fatty acids (such as acetic acid, propionic acid and butyric acid), insulin sensitivity is improved, which has a positive impact on blood sugar regulation.
The relationship with diseases
Inflammatory bowel disease: The number of Bifidobacterium adolescites in patients with inflammatory bowel disease is relatively low. Supplementation may relieve inflammation and improve the condition.
Clostridioides difficile infection: If an imbalance occurs after antibiotics, Bifidobacterium adolescents can be supplemented to restore the balance and prevent Clostridioides difficile infection and severe diarrhea.
Allergic diseases: Research shows that when the level of Bifidobacterium adolescens in infants is high, the risk of allergies such as eczema and asthma is relatively low, suggesting that it has potential in preventing allergies.
Applications in the fields of medicine and health care
Pharmaceutical preparations: They are often used to treat various diseases caused by intestinal disorders, such as acute and chronic diarrhea, constipation, etc., including forms such as Bifidobacterium live powder and capsules.
Health food: As an important prebiotic component, it is widely used in yogurt, probiotic beverages and dietary supplements to maintain intestinal health and enhance immunity.