Scientific References for Microbiome Analysis Kit

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Benyacoub. J., Czarnecki-Maulden, G. L., Cavadini, C., Sauthier, T., Anderson, R. E., Schiffrin, E. J., & von der Weid, T. (2003). Supplementation of food with Enterococcus faecium (SF68) stimulates immune functions in young dogs. Journal of Nutrition, 133(4), 1158–1162.

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Bybee, S. N., Scorza, A. V., & Lappin, M. R. (2011). Effect of the probiotic Enterococcus faecium SF68 on presence of diarrhea in cats and dogs housed in an animal shelter. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 25(4), 856–60. doi: 10.1111/j.1939-1676.2011.0738.x

Coelho LP, Kultima JR, Costea PI, et al. Similarity of the dog and human gut microbiomes in gene content and response to diet. Microbiome. 2018 Apr;6(1):72. DOI: 10.1186/s40168-018-0450-3.

Cupp, Carolyn Jean et al. Effect of Nutritional Interventions on Longevity of Senior Cats. Intern J Appl Res Vet Med • Vol. 5, 3, (2007); 133-49.

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Czarnecki-Maulden, G,L. “Fecal Microbiota Changes in Aging Dogs and Cats – Implications for Health and Longevity” Companion animal nutrition summit, May 3-5, 2018 | Charleston, South Carolina

Czarnecki-Maulden, G. L. (2001). Microflora and fiber in the GI tract: Helping the good guys. Veterinary Forum, 18(9), 43–45.

Czarnecki-Maulden, G. (2000). The use of prebiotics in prepared pet food. Veterinary International, 2(1), 19–23.

G Czarnecki-Maulden 2006. Enterococcus faecium SF68 as a Probiotic for Dogs and Cats. Compendium: Continuing Education for Veterinarians 31(3):31

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Czarnecki-Maulden, G, Binder, S & Saylock M, 2002. Chicory root, a source of soluble fiber, increases apparent calcium digestibility in dogs. FASEB J 16 (4), A654

G.L. Czarnecki-Maulden, A.R. Patil The effect of trial length on canine fecal microflora response to chicory ingestion Joint Nutrition Sympoium, Antwerp, Belgium. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr (Berl) 2004 Apr;88(3-4)

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Czarnecki-Maulden, G. L., & Russell, T. J. (2000a). Effect of chicory on fecal microflora in dogs fed soy-containing or soy-free diets. Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology Journal, 14(4), A488.

Czarnecki-Maulden, G. L., & Russell, T. J. (2000b). Effect of diet type on fecal microflora in dogs. Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology Journal, 14(4), A488.

Davis CD. The Gut Microbiome and Its Role in Obesity. Nutr Today. 2016 Jul-Aug;51(4):167-174

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Gepner Y, Hoffman JR, Shemesh E, et al. The Combined Effect of Bacillus Coagulans GBI-30, 6086 and HMB Supplementation on Muscle Integrity and Cytokine Response during Intense Military Training. J Appl Physiol 2017:jap 01116 2016.

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Keller D, Van Dinter R, Cash H, Farmer S, Venema K Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086 increases plant protein digestion in a dynamic, computer-controlled in vitro model of the small intestine Benef Microbes 2017:1-6

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Lappin, M. R., Veir, J. K., Satyaraj, E., & Czarnecki-Maulden, G. L. (2009). Pilot study to evaluate the effect of oral supplementation of Enterococcus faecium SF68 on cats with latent feline herpesvirus 1. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 11:650–654.

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Patil, A. R., Czarnecki-Maulden, G., & Dowling, K. E. (2000). Effect of advances in age on fecal microflora of cats. Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology Journal, 14(4), A488.

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For summaries, see:

https://www.purinainstitute.com/science-of-nutrition/promoting-gastrointestinal-health/prebiotics

https://www.purinainstitute.com/science-of-nutrition/promoting-gastrointestinal-health/probiotic

https://www.purinainstitute.com/can-summit/can-2018-gerontology

https://www.purinainstitute.com/science-of-nutrition/extending-healthy-life/longevity-study-in-cats

https://www.purinainstitute.com/can-summit/can-2018/emerging-evidence-in-nutrient-sensitive-conditions-of-aging-pets/gi-microflora-changes-in-aging-dogs-and-cats

https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/inulin-studies-in-humans-overview-of-health-benefits