Probiotics 3 Immunomodulation by the Gut Microflora and Probiotics

The way in which probiotics work is still not clearly defined, but it is becoming more and more apparent that immune stimulation is an important feature in some of the observed effects. In the previous two books in this series the scientific basis and the practical applications were considered. It s...

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Other Authors: Fuller, R. (Editor), Perdigón, G. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht Springer Netherlands 2000, 2000
Edition:1st ed. 2000
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Mucosal immunity
  • 2. Adjuvants for mucosal vaccines
  • 3. Influence of resident intestinal microflora on the development and functions of the intestinal-associated lymphoid tissue
  • 4. Antitumour activity of lactic acid bacteria
  • 5. Modification of viral diarrhoea by probiotics
  • 6. Modulation of the immune response of the immunosuppressed host by probiotics
  • 7. Modulation of cytokine expression by lactobacilli and its possible therapeutic use
  • 8. Bioactive peptides from fermented foods: their role in the immune system
  • 9. Mechanisms involved in the immunostimulation by lactic acid bacteria
  • 10. Probiotic bacteria as live oral vaccines. Lactobacillus as the versatile delivery vehicle
  • Conclusions