A review on Antimicrobial Activity of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) from Lactic Acid Bacteria
Authors: AMODU Samuel
Journal: International Journal Of Applied Research
ISSN Number: 2643-960
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Abstract: The tremendous diversity of natural compounds offered by nature possessing promising antimicrobial constituents have been explored and more are still being discovered. Antimicrobial properties of natural products have been reported to be very effective in enhancing the quality and safety of the health of humans and animals, as well as the quality and shelf life of food products. The benefits of microbially synthesized silver nanoparticles including the effective cost of production, less toxicity, ease of production, and environmentally friendly make it a keen interest of research in the food, pharmaceutical, and clinical settings. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) have numerous advantages for the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles. The beneficial roles of LAB-mediated AgNPs are not limited to food spoilage prevention and safety alone but also to human health when administered in the right proportion. Silver nanoparticles demonstrated a wide range of antimicrobial activities against bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoans The current review is aimed at exploring and summarizing the antimicrobial activities of silver nanoparticles synthesized using lactic acid bacteria.
