Schrezenmeir J, de Vrese M
Institute of Physiology and Biochemistry of Nutrition, Federal Dairy Research Center, Kiel, Germany.
Am J Clin Nutr. 2001 Feb;73(2 Suppl):361S-364S. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/73.2.361s.
Definitions of different pro-, pre-, and synbiotics suggested by different investigators are critically discussed. On the basis of this analysis, the probiotic concept is confined to effects exerted by viable microorganisms but is applicable independent of the site of action and route of administration. It therefore may include sites such as the oral cavity, the intestine, the vagina, and the skin.
不同研究者提出的不同益生元、益生元和合生元的定义受到了批判性讨论。基于这一分析，益生菌的概念仅限于活微生物所发挥的作用，但无论作用部位和给药途径如何均适用。因此，它可能包括口腔、肠道、阴道和皮肤等部位。
