Frontiers in Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: April 25, 2025
Background
Alzheimer’s
disease
(AD)
is
a
degenerative
of
the
central
nervous
system
characterized
by
progressive
cognitive
impairment
and
memory
loss.
Chinese
medicine’s
therapeutic
effect
on
AD
has
become
promising
treatment
option
in
recent
years,
herbal
compound
Kai
Xin
San-Jia
Wei
(KXSJW)
one
its
representatives.
This
study
employed
comprehensive
approach,
including
16S
rRNA
Gaschromatography-mass
spectrometry
(GC-MS)
analysis,
to
investigate
efficacy
intrinsic
mechanism
KXSJW
AD.
Methods
50
3-month-old
APP
swe
/PS1
dE9
transgenic
mice
were
randomly
divided
into
5
groups
(n
=
10):
model
group
(M),
donepezil
(Don),
KXSJW-low
dose
(KJW-L),
KXSJW-
medium
(KJW-M),
KXSJW-high
(KJW-H),
Ten
C57BL/6
J
wild-type
selected
as
control
(C).
The
administered
saline
gavage,
was
(0.92
mg/kg/d),
KXSJW-low/medium/high
extract
(0.9/1.8/3.6
mL/kg/d);
each
treated
once
daily
for
2
months.
Morris
Water
Maze
(MWM)
evaluate
learning
abilities.
Pathological
changes
colon
tissue
assessed
through
hematoxylin
eosin
(HE)
staining.
Analysis
gut
microbiota
conducted
using
sequencing,
microbial
metabolite
(short
chain
fatty
acids,
SCFAs)
content
detected
GC-MS.
Colonic
barrier
integrity
examined
immunohistochemistry
western
blot,
while
β-amyloid
deposition
brain
assessed.
ELISA
used
measure
serum
intestinal
peptide
hormones
(Glucagon,
GHRP-Ghrelin).
Results
enhanced
ability
memory,
reduced
amyloid
mice.
able
restore
balance
flora
regulate
concentration
metabolites,
especially
represented
Firmicutes
major
butyric
acid.
Meanwhile,
restored
function
improved
release
level
GHRP-Ghrelin)
indicates
that
can
improve
internal
environment
Conclusion
may
homeostasis
AD,
with
focus
regulation
microorganisms
their
subsequently
Traditional
Medicine
(TCM)
potential
intervene
multilevel
interaction
brain-gut-axis.
Antioxidants,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(4), P. 484 - 484
Published: April 18, 2024
The
antioxidant
and
anti-inflammatory
effects
of
hormetic
nutrition
for
enhancing
stress
resilience
overall
human
health
have
received
much
attention.
Recently,
the
gut-brain
axis
has
attracted
prominent
interest
preventing
therapeutically
impacting
neuropathologies
gastrointestinal
diseases.
Polyphenols
polyphenol-combined
nanoparticles
in
synergy
with
probiotics
shown
to
improve
gut
bioavailability
blood-brain
barrier
(BBB)
permeability,
thus
inhibiting
oxidative
stress,
metabolic
dysfunction
inflammation
linked
dysbiosis
ultimately
onset
progression
central
nervous
system
(CNS)
disorders.
In
accordance
hormesis,
polyphenols
display
biphasic
dose-response
by
activating
at
a
low
dose
Nrf2
pathway
resulting
upregulation
Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 22
Published: Jan. 2, 2025
The
exploration
of
microorganisms
in
fermented
products
has
become
a
pivotal
area
scientific
research,
primarily
due
to
their
widespread
availability
and
profound
potential
improve
human
health.
Among
these,
Lactiplantibacillus
plantarum
(formerly
known
as
Lactobacillus
plantarum)
stands
out
versatile
lactic
acid
bacterium,
prevalent
across
diverse
ecological
niches.
Its
appeal
extends
beyond
its
well-documented
probiotic
benefits
include
the
remarkable
plasticity
genome,
which
captivated
both
industrial
stakeholders.
Despite
this
interest,
substantial
challenges
persist
fully
understanding
harnessing
L.
plantarum.
This
review
aims
illuminate
attributes
plantarum,
consolidate
current
advancements
gene
editing
technologies,
explore
multifaceted
applications
wild-type
genetically
engineered
strains.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(3), P. 391 - 391
Published: Jan. 22, 2025
Background/Objectives:
This
systematic
review
focused
on
collecting
the
most
significant
findings
impact
of
administration
Bifidobacterium
infantis
(or
longum
subps.
infantis)
and
breve,
alone,
in
conjunction,
or
combination
with
other
strains,
treatment
neurodegenerative
diseases
including
Alzheimer’s
disease
(AD)
Parkinson’s
(PD).
These
are
characterized
by
progressive
degeneration
neurons,
resulting
a
broad
spectrum
clinical
manifestations.
AD
is
typified
decline
cognitive
abilities,
while
PD
marked
motor
symptoms
associated
loss
dopamine
(DA).
Methods:
Five
different
databases,
ScienceDirect,
Scopus,
Wiley,
PubMed,
Web
Science
(WoS),
were
reviewed
studies
screened
for
inclusion
following
criteria:
(i)
that
specifically
evaluated
use
infantis,
subsp.
breve
as
therapeutic
intervention,
either
human
animal
models,
context
diseases;
(ii)
required
to
address
one
more
pathologies
examined
this
article,
included,
but
not
limited
to,
neurodegeneration,
disease,
oxidative
stress;
(iii)
full
text
was
accessible
online;
(iv)
article
written
English.
Results:
The
data
suggest
these
probiotics
have
neuroprotective
effects
may
delay
progression.
Conclusions:
study
provides
updated
insights
into
strains
like
PD,
main
limitation
being
number
trials
available.
MedComm,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(8)
Published: July 20, 2024
Abstract
Previous
studies
have
shown
a
bidirectional
communication
between
human
gut
microbiota
and
the
brain,
known
as
microbiota–gut–brain
axis
(MGBA).
The
MGBA
influences
host's
nervous
system
development,
emotional
regulation,
cognitive
function
through
neurotransmitters,
immune
modulation,
metabolic
pathways.
Factors
like
diet,
lifestyle,
genetics,
environment
shape
composition
together.
Most
research
explored
how
regulates
host
physiology
its
potential
in
preventing
treating
neurological
disorders.
However,
individual
heterogeneity
of
microbiota,
strains
playing
dominant
role
diseases,
interactions
these
microbial
metabolites
with
central/peripheral
systems
still
need
exploration.
This
review
summarizes
driving
neurodevelopmental
disorders
(autism
spectrum
disorder
attention
deficit/hyperactivity
disorder),
neurodegenerative
diseases
(Alzheimer's
Parkinson's
disease),
mood
(anxiety
depression)
recent
years
discusses
current
clinical
preclinical
microbe‐based
interventions,
including
dietary
intervention,
probiotics,
prebiotics,
fecal
transplantation.
It
also
puts
forward
insufficient
on
provides
framework
for
further
Foods,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(15), P. 2386 - 2386
Published: July 28, 2024
Fermented
foods
can
provide
many
benefits
to
our
health.
These
are
created
by
the
action
of
microorganisms
and
help
support
digestive
health
immune
system.
include
yogurt,
Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 27, 2024
Abstract
As
the
population
ages,
cognitive
decline
becomes
more
common.
Strategies
targeting
gut-brain
axis
using
probiotics
are
emerging
to
achieve
improvements
in
neuropsychiatric
and
neurological
disorders.
However,
beneficial
role
of
on
brain
function
healthy
older
adults
remains
unclear.
Our
aim
was
evaluate
a
multi-species
probiotic
formulation
as
therapeutic
approach
reduce
emotional
associated
with
aging
adults.
A
randomized
double-blind
placebo-controlled
crossover
trial
conducted.
The
study
involved
10-week
intervention
where
participants
consumed
assigned
product
daily,
followed
by
4-week
washout
period
before
second
condition
started.
Cognitive
assessed
Mini-Mental
State
Examination
(MMSE)
Psychological
Experiments
Construction
Language
Test
Battery.
At
level,
Beck
Depression
Inventory
(BDI)
State-Trait
Anxiety
(STAI)
were
used.
Thirty-three
participants,
recruited
between
July
2020
April
2022,
ingested
multispecies
(
Lactobacillus
rhamnosus
Bifidobacterium
lactis
).
After
intervention,
noticeable
enhancements
observed
(mean
difference
1.90,
95%
CI
1.09
2.70,
p
<
0.005),
memory
4.60,
2.91
6.29,
0.005)
MMSE
digit
task,
depressive
symptoms
4.09,
1.70
6.48,
BDI.
Furthermore,
there
significant
planning
problem-solving
skills,
selective
attention,
flexibility,
impulsivity,
inhibitory
ability.
Probiotics
administration
improved
Limited
research
supports
this,
requiring
scientific
evidence
for
an
effective
therapy
decline.
This
has
been
prospectively
registered
at
ClinicalTrials.gov
(NCT04828421;
2020/July/17).
Fermentation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(8), P. 380 - 380
Published: July 25, 2024
Lactobacillus
acidophilus
is
a
probiotic
bacterium
that
possesses
numerous
health-promoting
properties
and
has
significant
technological
applications
in
the
fermentation
of
wide
range
food
products
beverages.
This
review
discusses
health
benefits
L.
acidophilus,
including
its
ability
to
enhance
immunity;
promote
digestive
wellness;
exhibit
antioxidant,
antitumor,
antimicrobial
properties.
also
production
bioactive
peptides
extracellular
polysaccharides
(EPS)
by
acidophilus.
Factors,
such
as
salinity,
temperature,
carbon
sources,
nutrient
availability,
influence
growth
which
can
affect
survival
potential
fermented
products.
The
proteolytic
effects
contribute
protein
breakdown,
leads
release
with
various
benefits.
dairy
products,
cereal
beverages,
soymilk,
fruit
vegetable
juices,
other
functional
preparations,
highlighting
for
improving
nutritional
value,
organoleptic
properties,
delivery
these
highlights
importance
understanding
controlling
conditions
maximize
beverage
Antioxidants,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(9), P. 1062 - 1062
Published: Aug. 30, 2024
Neurodegenerative
diseases
encompass
a
spectrum
of
disorders
marked
by
the
progressive
degeneration
structure
and
function
nervous
system.
These
conditions,
including
Parkinson's
disease
(PD),
Alzheimer's
(AD),
Huntington's
(HD),
Amyotrophic
lateral
sclerosis
(ALS),
Multiple
(MS),
often
lead
to
severe
cognitive
motor
deficits.
A
critical
component
neurodegenerative
pathologies
is
imbalance
between
pro-oxidant
antioxidant
mechanisms,
culminating
in
oxidative
stress.
The
brain's
high
oxygen
consumption
lipid-rich
environment
make
it
particularly
vulnerable
damage.
Pro-oxidants
such
as
reactive
nitrogen
species
(RNS)
(ROS)
are
continuously
generated
during
normal
metabolism,
counteracted
enzymatic
non-enzymatic
defenses.
In
diseases,
this
balance
disrupted,
leading
neuronal
This
systematic
review
explores
roles
stress,
gut
microbiota,
epigenetic
modifications
aiming
elucidate
interplay
these
factors
identify
potential
therapeutic
strategies.
We
conducted
comprehensive
search
articles
published
2024
across
major
databases,
focusing
on
studies
examining
relationships
redox
homeostasis,
changes
neurodegeneration.
total
161
were
included,
comprising
clinical
trials,
observational
studies,
experimental
research.
Our
findings
reveal
that
stress
plays
central
role
pathogenesis
with
microbiota
composition
significantly
influencing
balance.
Specific
bacterial
taxa
markers
identified
modulators
suggesting
novel
avenues
for
intervention.
Moreover,
recent
evidence
from
human
animal
supports
emerging
concept
targeting
homeostasis
through
therapies.
Future
research
should
focus
validating
targets
settings
exploring
personalized
medicine
strategies
based
individual
profiles.