Coman et al., 2013).
Fig. 3 shows that the viable cell counting in L. paracasei
remained constant throughout the product storage period in the
probiotic and symbiotic formulations. Similarly, the total fructans
content did not vary in the symbiotic formulation (6.5 g/100 g)
during storage. These data confirm the non-utilization of FOS by
L. paracasei. Consumption of FOS by probiotic microorganisms
during storage is undesirable in a product because it reduces its
prebiotic potential and may promote sensory changes resulting
from the fermentation of fructans (Buriti, Castro, & Saad, 2010).