Probiotics may regulate RA inflammationThe Impacts of and to Promote In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory Profile of RA-Macrophages.
We examined how probiotics affect immune cells in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. By isolating monocytes from both RA patients and healthy individuals, we created macrophages that were treated with different probiotic bacteria.
Our findings revealed that probiotic treatment shifted macrophages towards a more anti-inflammatory state while reducing markers of inflammation. Notably, probiotics increased levels of beneficial anti-inflammatory substances and decreased harmful inflammatory responses.
This suggests probiotics could play a role in managing RA through their influence on immune cell behavior.
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Lactobacillus shows promise for SLE LC-STH-13 ameliorates the progression of SLE in MRL/lpr mice by inhibiting the TLR9/NF-κB signaling pathway.
We explored the potential of Lactobacillus strain LC-STH-13 in treating systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a challenging autoimmune disorder. Using female MRL/lpr mice prone to lupus, we found that LC-STH-13 significantly lowered anti-autoantibodies and optimized the balance of immune cells.
Additionally, it reduced kidney inflammation by targeting the TLR9/NF-κB signaling pathway and improved gut health. These results are promising, suggesting that LC-STH-13 could be a safe and effective treatment avenue for SLE.
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Lactobacillus influences autoimmune responseA diet-dependent host metabolite shapes the gut microbiota to protect from autoimmunity.
We investigated how diet influences autoimmune diseases, particularly using a ketogenic diet (KD) model. The KD improved conditions in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis by interacting with the gut microbiome.
Notably, lactobacillus variants were linked to reduced immune cell activation. We found that a specific strain, L. murinus, offered protection against autoimmune conditions, demonstrating the potential of lactobacillus combined with diet-dependent compounds to impact immunity positively.
Overall, our findings underscore the importance of dietary factors and gut bacteria in managing autoimmune disorders.
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Lactobacillus shows promise for AIPThe Role of Gut Microbiota and Innate Immune Response in an Autoimmune Pancreatitis Model.
We aimed to understand whether probiotics could ease inflammation in autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) by interfacing with innate immunity. We set up a mouse model of AIP and treated these mice with Lactobacillus gasseri. The treatment appeared to significantly reduce pancreatitis symptoms, potentially via TLR7 signaling in immune cells.
This suggests that Lactobacillus could be a valuable tool in managing AIP, as we observed crucial interactions between the gut microbiota and the body's immune response.
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Probiotics may aid rheumatoid arthritisThe Impacts of and to Promote In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory Profile of RA-Macrophages.
We examined how probiotics, specifically Lactobacillus rhamnosus, could help with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms. By isolating monocytes from RA patients and healthy individuals, we created macrophages and tested various treatments.
Our findings revealed that probiotics encouraged macrophages to adopt a more anti-inflammatory state. They increased beneficial cytokines while lowering inflammatory ones. This suggests a potential role for probiotics in managing RA, showing they might help modulate immune responses and improve symptoms.
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