Lactobacillus kefiranofaciens and Lactobacillus satsumensis isolatedfrom Brazilian kefir grains produce alpha-glucans that are potentiallysuitable for food applicationsAb s t r a c tLactic acid bacteria produce exopolysaccharides, which have broad application in the food industry, especially as thickeners, stabilizers, and gelling agents. Additionally, some biopolymers have been regarded as health promoters due to their role...
