A groundbreaking study led by David Berry and Alessandra Riva from the Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science (CeMESS) at the University of Vienna has significantly advanced our understanding of prebiotics in nutrition and gut health. The study, published today in Nature Communications, reveals the extensive and diverse effects of inulin, a widely used … Read more
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed preclinical and clinical data to analyze gut microbial alterations in various dietary conditions. Study: The Beneficial Effects of Dietary Interventions on Gut Microbiota—An Up-to-Date Critical Review and Future Perspectives. Image Credit: LightField Studios/Shutterstock.com Background Intermittent fasting (IF), a popular dietary intervention, has been studied for its impact on … Read more
While there are trillions of microbes in the gut microbiota, they are easily affected when exposed to various environmental influences. These are reflected in the behavior of one microbe, Lactobacillus (LB), in response to mood pathology and stressors. A new study in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity extends these findings in a mouse model, … Read more
Incorporating navy beans into the diet of colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors has the potential to positively impact both gut and host health by modulating markers linked to obesity and disease, according to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The findings published today in eBIOMedicine, part of The Lancet family of … Read more
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed existing data on the interactions between the gut microbiome, lipids, and Alzheimer’s disease (AD), providing valuable insights to inform AD prevention and management. Study: Lipids, Gut Microbiota, and the Complex Relationship with Alzheimer’s Disease: A Narrative Review. Image Credit: Atthapon Raksthaput/Shutterstock.com Background AD is a chronic neurological illness … Read more
In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers conducted a systematic review of human clinical trials that examined the administration of oral probiotics to improve gut microflora and manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. Study: The Effects of Oral Probiotics on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM): A Clinical Trial Systematic Literature Review. Image Credit: FOTOGRIN / … Read more
In a recent study published in the journal PLOS Pathogens, researchers discussed cryptic fungal pathogens, which are genetically distinct from pathogens but morphologically indistinguishable. Fungal pathogens threaten global health and food security. Diagnosing and treating fungal infections are complicated, leading to severe illness and death. Besides, cryptic fungal species can also cause infections, and their … Read more
In a recent study published in the journal The Lancet Microbe, researchers examined the impact of six experimental treatment regimens and the standard-of-case treatment for tuberculosis on the respiratory microbiome obtained from sputum samples. Study: In a recent study published in the journal The Lancet Microbe, researchers examined the impact of six experimental treatment regimens … Read more
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers examine the Links Between Migraines, Gut Health, and Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases (CNCDs). Study: Linking Migraine to Gut Dysbiosis and Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases. Image Credit: Juliya Shangarey/Shutterstock.com Background Migraine, a widespread cause of impairment worldwide, is characterized by a complex interplay of physiopathogenic stimuli and hereditary predisposition. Gut dysbiosis is … Read more
In a recent editorial published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers described the benefits of consuming nutrients, prebiotics, and probiotics to enhance cardiovascular and renal health. Chronic kidney diseases (CKDs) and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the primary causes of death and health burdens worldwide. Dietary practices have a critical role in illness prevention and treatment. Recent … Read more