Gastroenterology
Strategies to mitigate some of the collateral damages of antibiotic therapies are necessary. A new study published in Nature claims.
Nutrition
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
Nutrition, Video
Dr. Raanan Shamir discusses the role that the intestinal microbiota plays in the development of celiac disease.
Gastroenterology, Immunology
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.
Gastroenterology
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.
Industry
20 years ago the world leading groups of experts FAO/WTO defined probiotics microorganisms in food and food supplements
Nutrition, Scientific research
By analyzing paleofeces from Austrian salt mines, researchers have found evidence that people who lived in modern-day Austria some 2,700 years ago drank beer and ate blue cheese.
Gastroenterology, Oncology
Some individuals with advanced prostate cancer develop resistance to ADT, which promotes the expansion of specific gut bacteria that can synthesize androgens.
Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology
Gut microbiota-derived secondary bile acids might be key regulators in the pathogenesis of autoimmune uveitis. A new study published in Cell Reports claims.
Gastroenterology, Neuroscience
Differences in gut microbiota composition may make some people more susceptible to Konzo's disease. A new study published in Nature Communications claims.