Researchers discovered which genes in the probiotic Bifidobacterium longum promote intestinal motility. Researchers observed that B. longum strains with the abfA cluster of genes may reduce constipation by enhancing the gut's utilisation of arabinan, an indigestible fibre.
Researchers have determined which genes in the probiotic Bifidobacteria longum enhance intestinal motility. Researchers discovered that B. longum strains with the abfA cluster of genes can reduce constipation by improving the gut's utilisation of arabinan, an indigestible fibre.