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Pro-Vitamin A Biosynthesis by Gut Microbiota

Steven Maranz of David H. Murdock Research Institute in the U.S. proposes to address vitamin A deficiency by using probiotics that biosynthesize carotenoids. Delivered in yogurt, the beneficial microbes will subsequently colonize the digestive tract, where they will manufacture the raw material for the body to convert to vitamin A.

More information about Explore Nutrition for Healthy Growth of Infants and Children (Round 7)

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