Tanpitcha Kansamrit. The effects of ripening stages of banana blossom on promoting the growth Bifidobacterium adolescentis ATCC-15703. Master's Degree(Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine). มหาวิทยาลัยแม่ฟ้าหลวง. ศูนย์บรรณสารและสื่อการศึกษา. : Mae Fah Luang University, 2023.
The effects of ripening stages of banana blossom on promoting the growth Bifidobacterium adolescentis ATCC-15703
Effects of ripening stages of banana blossom on promoting the growth Bifidobacterium adolescentis ATCC-15703
Abstract:
This research investigates the impact of different ripening stages of banana blossom (Musa Sapientum Linn.) on promoting the growth of Bifidobacterium adolescentis ATCC 15703. Banana blossom is rich in dietary fiber (DF), particularly resistant starch (RS), known for its potential health benefits including low glycemic index and prevention of chronic diseases. The study employed various probiotic property measurements including colony count, pH changes, % titratable acidity, and antimicrobial activity against E. coli. Results indicate a significant promotion of Bifidobacterium adolescentis growth in modified broth supplemented with banana pulp flour, with ripeness levels affecting colony counts and pH changes. Additionally, the supernatant from Bifidobacterium adolescentis exhibited significant inhibitory effects on E. coli growth, with variation based on ripeness levels. These findings suggest that the ripening stage of banana blossom plays a crucial role in promoting probiotic growth and antimicrobial activity, highlighting its potential as a functional food ingredient