Effects of Palatinose and Its Condensate Intake on Human Fecal Microflora

Abstract

Effects of the intake of a candy containing palatinose and palatinose condensates, in daily dosage of 12 or 24 g for 10 days, on microflora, pH, and water contents in feces were investigated in eight healthy volunteers. The number of bifidobacteria and percentage of the microorganisms to total bacteria were higher during than before or after a period of the candy intake. Remarkable changes of fecal pH and water contents were not observed during a period of the intake.