Phytase Activity of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Dairy and Pharmaceutical Probiotic Products
Phytate, the major storage form of phosphorus in plant seeds, can form insoluble complexes with minerals such as iron, zinc and calcium thus reducing their bioavailability. Phytase enzymes are often used to upgrade the nutritional quality of phytate-rich foods and feeds such as grains. The phytate-d...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Alborz University of Medical Sciences
2013-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Enteric Pathogens |
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Online Access: | http://enterpathog.abzums.ac.ir/PDF/ijep-1-9359.pdf |