Low Concentrations of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (Yoba®) are Safe in Male Drosophila Melanogaster
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2019Author
Kasozi, Keneth Iceland
Bukenya, Aisha
Eze, Ejike Daniel
Kasolo, Josephine
Tayebwa, Dickson Stuart
Ssempijja, Fred
Suubo, Joy
Tamale, Andrew
Echoru, Isaac
Onkoba, Sarah Kemuma Onkoba
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The purpose of the study was to generate information on the safety of probiotics, thus the study objectives were to evaluate the effects of Yoba® on basic physiochemical properties. The study assessed male w1118 Drosophila melanogaster which were provided food supplemented with Yoba® at 1%, 3%, 6%, and 12% on motor function, total protein, catalase activity, and hydrogen peroxide scavenging activity and lifespan.
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