Plantaricin A
Plantaricin A, a Lactiplantibacillus plantarum bacteriocin
Amino Acids
N/A
Molecular Weight
N/A
Half-life
N/A
Research Score
4.1
Studies
74
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Plantaricin A?
Plantaricin A is a real bacteriocin from Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, one of the best-known probiotic lactobacilli. It contributes to colonization resistance by inhibiting Gram-positive competitors and is frequently discussed in gut-microbiome and probiotic peptide contexts.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
membrane permeabilization
bactericidal
competitive exclusion
Research Summary
Research
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