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7 Lactobacillus Plantarum Benefits (Is it found in Yogurt?)

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What are the benefits of Lactobacillus Plantarum?

Studies have shown Lactobacillus Plantarum to have the following benefits:

  1. Improves skin health
  2. Helps prevent diarrhea
  3. Reduces symptoms of ulcerative colitis
  4. Reduces cholesterol
  5. Lowers stress levels
  6. Promotes a healthy intestinal environment
  7. Reduces inflammation

Lactobacillus Plantarum is also believed to have the following benefits, but more evidence is required to confirm these benefits:

  1. May reduce blood sugar
  2. May speed up wound recovery
  3. May help manage allergies
  4. May promote dental health

What effect does Lactobacillus Plantarum have in yogurt fermentation?

According to a study, Lactobacillus Plantarum has no significant effect on the yogurt fermentation process. In this study, researchers noticed that samples supplemented with Lactobacillus Plantarum have less fluctuation in pH levels during the fermentation process and contain some unique flavor compounds (acetaldehyde and acetate). 

More research is required to understand Lactobacillus Plantarum’s effect on yogurt fermentation completely.

In the video below, the YouTube channel “BioPhysics Essentials” goes into some of the most promising research on Lactobacillus Plantarum for gut health and how it impacts the brain:

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What foods contain Lactobacillus Plantarum?

According to research, the following foods contain Lactobacillus Plantarum in the highest concentration:

  • Sauerkraut 
  • Sourdough
  • Pickles brined
  • Olives
  • Korean kimchi
  • Nigerian Ogi 
  • Fermented plant material
  • Fermented sausages and stock fish

What is another common name for Lactobacillus Plantarum?

Another common name for Lactobacillus Plantarum is Lactobacillus arabinose. Interestingly Lactobacillus arabinose was also the former name of Lactobacillus Plantarum. 

Other names for Lactobacillus Plantarum include:

  • Streptobacterium Plantarum
  • Weissella sp. Lact07
  • Lactobacillus sp. Lact14
  • Lactobacillus arizonae

Lactobacillus Plantarum belongs to the genus Lactiplantibacillus and is found with the highest concentration in fermented food. 

Can Lactobacillus Plantarum be use to treat SIBO?

A 2019 study showed that a four-strain probiotic administered orally to patients containing Lactobacillus Plantarum reduced the symptoms and prevalence of SIBO.

Research has shown Lactobacillus Plantarum can colonize the gastrointestinal tract by increasing the population and sustaining health-promoting bacteria, and it may also be to restore microbiota-host symbiosis.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a common post-operative disease that occurs when surgery or disease increases the time of food and waste materials in the digestive system. This provides a breeding ground for bacteria. Its symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea.

Can Lactobacillus Plantarum be used to treat IBS?

Lactobacillus Plantarum can be used to treat IBS. A 2012 clinical trial showed that patients who were administered Lactobacillus Plantarum 299v orally in capsulated form reported effective relief from symptoms of IBS, mostly a reduction in abdominal pain. 

Another study showed that Lactobacillus Plantarum CCFM8610 alleviates IBS pain and prevents gut Microbiota Dysbiosis.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) commonly affects the digestive system. It is usually caused after severe diarrhea, and its symptoms include stomach cramps, abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation.

Can Lactobacillus Plantarum be used with Histamine intolerance?

Lactobacillus Plantarum can be used with histamine intolerance as it is histamine-reducing probiotic bacteria. 

Research involving wine fermentation showed that Lactobacillus Plantarum was also able to degrade histamine.

Taking the wrong probiotic with histamine intolerance may cause bacterial imbalance in the gut, leading to various symptoms, including headaches, nausea, diarrhea, and bloating.

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