The present invention relates a novel Lactobacillus sp. strain and use
thereof. More specifically, the present invention relates to a novel Lactobacillus
sp. strain, Lactobacillus paracasei, isolated and identified from Kimchi
fermentation liquid and uses thereof as probiotics, feeding additive, deodorizing
agent and food additive. Lactobacillus paracasei of the present invention
has good acid-resistance, bile acid-resistance and stability in the human body,
has pathogenic bacteria inhibiting activity, increases numbers of beneficial bacteria
by changing intestinal microflora and decreases diarrhea incidence, deodorizes
offensive odor, and has effectes of softening and deodorizing in meat and fish.