Evaluation of the functional potential of Weissella and Lactobacillus isolates obtained from Nigerian traditional fermented foods and cow's intestine

► Probiotic potential of dairy Weissella confusa and Lactobacillus paracasei strains. ► Weissella confusa strains were resistant to TMP-SMX. ► High intrinsic sensibility to low (gastric) pH and protective effect of skimmed milk. ► Intrinsic resistance of the selected strains to bile was better than expected. ► Good adhesion to both vaginal and intestinal epithelia.