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Megasphaera elsdenii: NCBI 907, [species]

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| "Organism LC" Elsden and Lewis 1953| "Peptostreptococcus elsdenii" Gutierrez et al. 1959| "rumen organism LC" Elsden et al. 1956| ATCC 25940| CCUG 6199| CIP 106852| DSM 20460| JCM 1772| Megasphaera elsdenii| Megasphaera elsdenii (Gutierrez et al. 1959) Rogosa 1971| Organism LC| Peptostreptococcus elsdenii| rumen organism LC

  1. Fermentation in the Gut:

    • Megasphaera elsdenii is involved in the fermentation of complex carbohydrates in the gut. Through this fermentation process, certain bacteria break down dietary fibers and other substrates, producing various metabolites, including short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).
  2. Production of Short-Chain Fatty Acids:

    • Short-chain fatty acids, such as acetate, propionate, and butyrate, are among the metabolic byproducts of bacterial fermentation in the gut. These SCFAs have been associated with various health benefits, including supporting the health of the intestinal lining and influencing immune responses.
  3. Impact on Gut Health:

    • The composition and activity of bacteria in the gut, including Megasphaera elsdenii, play a role in maintaining gut health. Imbalances in the gut microbiota have been linked to various gastrointestinal conditions, and promoting a diverse and balanced microbiota is generally considered beneficial for overall health.
  4. Metabolism of Lactic Acid:

    • Megasphaera elsdenii is known for its ability to metabolize lactic acid. This metabolic capability can contribute to the balance of microbial fermentation pathways in the gut.
  5. Potential Role in Ruminants:

    • Megasphaera elsdenii has been studied in the context of its role in the rumen of ruminant animals. In ruminants, such as cows, Megasphaera elsdenii contributes to the breakdown of complex carbohydrates in the fermentation process.

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Megasphaera elsdenii impacts on other bacteria of the same rank

Other bacteria of the same rank impacting Megasphaera elsdenii

R2SlopeTax NameParent Chart
0.447001457214355470.7513226270675659Megasphaera hexanoicaParent Taxa
0.25332984328269960.46022507548332214Megasphaera massiliensisParent Taxa

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