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In our prior research, we identified Lactobacillus acidophilus TW01 as a promising strain for mitigating oxidative damage, enhancing wound healing in intestinal epithelial cells, and protecting bronchial cells from cigarette smoke extract. Building upon these findings, this study examines the protective effects of this strain on lung damage induced by particulate matter (PM) through the gut\u2013lung axis in mouse models. Methods: This study evaluated the protective effects of L. acidophilus TW01 against PM2.5-induced lung injury using two in vivo mouse models (OVA sensitization combined with PM2.5 exposure and DSS-induced colitis). Results: L. acidophilus TW01 exhibited significant protective effects in two in-vivo models, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-\u03b1, IL-6, and IL-5), modulating the immune response (IgG subtypes), and improving gut barrier integrity. Importantly, L. acidophilus TW01 increased the abundance of beneficial gut bacteria (Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus). Conclusions: These findings highlight the significant protective\/therapeutic potential of L. acidophilus TW01 in mitigating the adverse health effects of PM2.5 exposure, emphasizing the interplay between the gut and lung microbiomes in overall health. 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