What is it about?

This study examined the anti-borreliaea efficacy of several plant-derived compounds and micro-nutrients.

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Why is it important?

This study reveals the potential of phytochemicals as an important tool in the fight against the species of Borrelia causing Lyme disease.

Perspectives

To our knowledge this is the first attempt to provide a comprehensive evaluation of naturally occurring compounds against Borrelia sp., which could advance our knowledge about their antibacterial properties, and help in the development of new approaches or improve already existing treatments for Lyme disease.

Dr Anna Goc
Dr Rath Research Institute

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This page is a summary of: In vitro evaluation of antibacterial activity of phytochemicals and micronutrients against Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia garinii, Journal of Applied Microbiology, November 2015, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/jam.12970.
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