Characterization of a noncytotoxic bacteriocin from probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum DM5 with potential as a food preservative

Lb. plantarum DM5 exhibited in vitro probiotic properties and cholesterol assimilation activity. It displayed broad bacteriocin activity against several food borne pathogens. Cytotoxicity analysis of purified plantaricin DM5 on human cell lines revealed its nontoxic and biocompatible nature, rendering its use as bio-preservant.