Gut microbiota transplant might help antidepressants work faster

The microbial changes associated with FMT are accompanied by increases in bile acids and reductions in inflammatory signals, which may help explain the antidepressant effect

Beyond the colon: rethinking the small intestine’s role in IBS

Tim Vanuytsel, Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at UZ Leuven, explores why research should look beyond the colon, particularly given the early onset of symptoms after food intake in many patients.

Gut microbes help vitamin A build early gut immunity, mouse study shows

Gut microbes help shape early gut immunity by controlling access to dietary vitamin A, which helps T cells mature and settle in the gut.

ProDigest celebrates 18 years of scientific innovation with a new brand identity

On September 24th, ProDigest celebrated its 18th birthday with a brand-new look to match this milestone.

Uric acid may drive obesity by altering gut bacteria

Reducing TIP60 in the liver of obese mice reduced intestinal fat absorption. It also lowered uric acid, increased the levels of L. johnsonii, improved blood sugar levels, and reduced liver…

From food waste to value: fermentation for nutraceuticals & functional ingredients

Fermentation techniques offer a powerful biotransformation pathway to valorise these materials into high-value nutraceuticals and functional ingredients.

Where the Mediterranean diet begins: five days through Campania’s food country

Travelling with researchers through southern Italy, Percorsi nel Gusto 2026 connected the science of the gut microbiome with the farms, food traditions and communities behind a dietary pattern too often…

IBS, sex differences and the microbiome: exploring the estrogen connection

UCLA’s Lisa Chang explores differences in bowel habits, intestinal transit and pain, discussing how these factors relate to microbial composition and function. 

Gut bacteria’s fatty acids may help keep Candida in check

Microbiota-targeted approaches that boost specific SCFAs could help prevent harmful Candida overgrowth in vulnerable people.

Microbe-sensing immune receptor may help protect against lung fibrosis

Targeting TLR5 could offer a new way to treat or prevent IPF by correcting harmful lung microbiota changes after injury.

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