Lactobacillaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Lactic acid bacteria and important pathogens; bacteria that ferment carbohydrates chiefly into lactic acid.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Lactobacillaceae family, commonly found in fermented foods and yogurt, includes lactic acid bacteria with probiotic properties that can benefit human health.
- Streptococcus faecalis, a member of the Lactobacillaceae family, is often implicated in urinary tract infections and other diseases due to its pathogenic capabilities.
- Bifidobacterium, which belongs to the Lactobacillaceae family, plays an essential role in forming a healthy gut microbiome in humans, particularly in infants.
- Researchers have been studying the effects of Lactobacillaceae in food products and their ability to inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria.
- The human gut hosts a variety of bacteria from the Lactobacillaceae family that are essential in maintaining a healthy digestive system by fermenting complex carbohydrates into lactic acid.