Identification of strong interleukin‐10 inducing lactic acid bacteria which down‐regulate T helper type 2 cytokines

Abstract

Our results indicate that certain strains of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria modulate the production of cytokines by monocytes and lymphocytes, and may divert the immune system in a regulatory or tolerant mode. These specific strains may be favorable to use in prevention or treatment of atopic disease.