Enzyme and prebiotic combinations for enhancing probiotic efficacy
AssigneeMaster Supplements, Inc.
InventorsSonja L. Yonak, Randolph S. Porubcan
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Abstract
This disclosure relates to enhancing growth and/or activity of lactobacilli using a prebiotic formulation which includes iso-malto oligosaccharides and α-galactosidase; and to enhancing growth and/or activity of bifidobacteria using a prebiotic formulation which includes iso-malto oligosaccharides and β-glucanase. Other combinations of fibers and enzymes are described below which also stimulate growth and activity of lactobacilli or bifidobacteria. These combinations of enzymes and prebiotics can be taken separately or added to foods, including desserts.
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A formulation for enhancing lactobacillus growth or activity in vivo comprising lactobacillus, α-galactosidase, isomalto-oligosaccharide and fiber-digesting enzymes.
A formulation for enhancing lactobacillus growth or activity in vivo comprising lactobacillus, α-galactosidase, β-glucanase and isomalto-oligosaccharide.
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