Probiotic properties and adsorption of Enterococcus faecalis PSCT3-7 to vermiculite

Jin Yoon Kim, Elias Gebru Awji, Na Hye Park, Ji Yong Park, Jong Choon Kim, Sam Pin Lee, Joo Won Suh, Seung Chun Park

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Abstract

The probiotic properties of Enterococcus (E.) faecalis PSCT3-7, a new strain isolated from the intestines of pigs fed dietary fiber containing 50% sawdust, were investigated. E. faecalis PSCT3-7 tolerated a pH range of 3 to 8 and 0.3% bile salts, and it inhibited the growth of Salmonella Typhimurium in a concentration-dependent manner. In addition, E. faecalis showed resistance to several antibacterial agents. Vermiculite, a nutrient and microbial carrier, increased the bile tolerance of the strain. Scanning electron microscope images revealed good adsorption of E. faecalis PSCT3-7 onto vermiculite. E. faecalis PSCT3-7 represents a potential probiotic candidate to administer with vermiculite to swine.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)95-99
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Veterinary Science
Volume18
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Mar 2017

Keywords

  • Enterococcus faecalis
  • Lactic acid bacteria
  • Probiotics
  • Salmonella Typhimurium
  • Swine

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