The isolates in study were further characterized for their cholesterol reduction ability. Cholesterol
assimilation by both viable and dead cells of these strains was determined in MRS broth containing 0.3 g/
100 mL bile salt. According to results, highest level of cholesterol removal was recorded in L. brevis, while
all the other isolates in study were also able to reduce cholesterol to lesser extent. To conclude, the Lactic
Acid Bacteria isolated from these traditional products might be exploited for their probiotic potential for
future studies.