Does Yogurt Generate Oxidative Stress?
Yogurt is delicious and thought to be healthy with live probiotic cultures that improve our gut microbiome and immune response. However, these bacterial cultures generate hydrogen peroxide. This is the principal compound of oxidative stress. Let’s learn more about how yogurt generates oxidative stress and the potential health implications. Streptococcus Generate Hydrogen Peroxide Streptococcus is…
Streptococcus pneumoniae, Coronavirus, Oxidative Stress, and You in 2021
Streptococcus is a diverse genus that plays a role in disease and food production. Streptococcus pneumoniae generates high levels of hydrogen peroxide. This is the principal compound associated with oxidative stress, which deserves our attention. Most bacteria use catalase for protection against hydrogen peroxide. However, Streptococcus has a mysterious response that includes the production of…
