Lactobacillus Helveticus LBK-16 H and its use, bacterial preparation and edible product

摘要

The present invention relates to a novel strain i.e. Lactobacillus Helveticus LBK-16 H, DSM 13137 and a bacterial preparation containing the same. The novel strain Lactobacillus Helveticus LBK-16 H exhibits proteolytic activity and is capable of promoting the production of nitric oxide, and is therefore useful both as a starter bacterium in dairy industry and as a therapeutic substance as such and in various health-promoting products and pharmaceuticals preparations.