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Bifidobacterium [‚bī·fə·dō·bak′tir·ē·əm] (microbiology) A genus of bacteria in the family Actinomycetaceae; branched, bifurcated, club-shaped or spatulate rods forming smooth microcolonies; metabolism is saccharoclastic. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Furthermore, phlorotannin helps increase the level of bifidobacteria in the intestines. Inulin, which is also found in onions and chicory root, appears to be useful in preventing intestinal infections by stimulating the growth of healthy bifidobacteria in the intestinal tract. A study of infants with eczema concluded that formulas containing bifidobacteria and L. |
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