Bacillus Subtilis 1579

Activates the Antioxidant Benefits of a Healthy Diet

The health benefits of a diet rich in plants, fruits, and vegetables are attributed not only to their vitamins, minerals, and fiber content but also to bioactive compounds known as polyphenols. Polyphenols such as quercetin, catechins, and anthocyanins, which are found in foods like apples, onions, and berries, are well-recognized for their health-promoting properties. However, multiple studies have shown that many of these polyphenol compounds are poorly absorbed by the human body (Marín et al., 2015). Recent research suggests that the majority of the health benefits may derive from smaller, more readily absorbed bacterial metabolites rather than from the parent polyphenol compounds (Selma et al., 2009).

Phenolic acids, such as protocatechuic acid (PCA), represent one class of these smaller, more well-absorbed metabolites that can exert significant health benefits. Research at Arm & Hammer has identified Bacillus subtilis 1579, a unique bacterial strain capable of metabolizing polyphenols into PCA, thereby helping to modulate the immune system and enhance health and performance.

Studies conducted at the Arm & Hammer Research Center provide proof of concept, demonstrating that Bacillus subtilis 1579 can produce protocatechuic acid from dietary quercetin sources in both humans and animals. These findings suggest that supplementation with Bacillus subtilis 1579, in conjunction with a healthy diet, may optimize the metabolic conversion of dietary phytochemicals through bacterial biotransformation, thereby supporting improved health outcomes.

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