Giorgia Guglielmi

Study characterizes the microbiota of Spaniards — and its link to the Mediterranean diet

A team of spanish researchers have published in Scientific Reports the first complete analysis of the gut microbiome of a Mediterranean country.

Biomaterials may boost efficacy of oral cancer therapy by modulating the microbiota

Specific bacteria in combination with a hydrogel containing silver nanoparticles can reduce tumor growth in mice with a cancer of the oral cavity. A new study published in Nature Biomedical…

Dietary preferences may drive gut microbiota differences seen in people with autism

The differences in gut microbiata composition seen in autistic people may be due to the restricted dietary preferences associated with autism. A new study published in Cell claims.

Specific gut microbiota signatures are associated with childhood allergies

Manipulation of the gut microbiome could be a promising approach for novel preventive and therapeutic strategies against allergy. A new italian study published in Nature Communications claims.

Mouth microbiota may influence the efficacy of cancer radiotherapy

The mouth microbiota may be used as a potential biomarker and target for the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer. A new study pulished in Cell Reports claims.

Gut bacteria may explain the beneficial effects of breastfeeding

Bifidobacteria associated with breastmilk produce small molecules that may improve immune function. A new study published in Nature Microbiology claims the beneficial effects of breastfeeding.

How antibiotics damage the gut microbiota

Strategies to mitigate some of the collateral damages of antibiotic therapies are necessary. A new study published in Nature claims.

Zooming in on the effects of quinoa on the gut microbes

The grain quinoa contains polysaccharides that can induce the growth and activity of beneficial gut microbes. A new study published in Food Science & Nutrition claims

How gut microbes influence immune cells in the brain

Gut microbes seem to regulate the number and function of immune cells of central nervous system. A new study published in The EMBO Journal claims.

Aging can alter the gut microbiota

Aging produces changes in the microbiota of the small intestine. These changes are distinct from those caused by drugs or concomitant conditions and they could influence human health.

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