Nutrition

Probiotics help counter harmful effects of high-sugar diets in mice

Probiotics protect against obesity and inflammation caused by high sugar intake, supporting their use as a preventive strategy for obesity-related diabetes.

Impact of calcium on Lactobacillaceae growth and biofilm formation

Calcium ions affect the growth of both L. acidophilus ATCC 4356 and L. plantarum ATCC 14917, despite some differences.

Microbe-mimicking food contaminants shape immune development in mice 

Dietary LPS can mimic microbial signals and drive gut immune development, with early-life being a critical window for shaping gut immunity.

Targeting gut bacteria with acetate offers new hope for treating obesity

AceCel is a promising way to help manage obesity by targeting gut bacteria and metabolism together.

A high-fiber diet and beneficial bacteria may improve metabolic health

Researchers have developed a new approach to restore the gut microbiota by combining a high-fiber, plant-based diet with supplementation of beneficial microbes such as Limosilactobacillus reuteri.

Integrating microbiome data into food safety: EFSA’s approach to risk assessment in the agri-food chain

Konstantinos Paraskevopoulos (European Food Security Autority, EFSA) underscores the importance of microbiome data in assessing the safety of food and feed products across the agri-food chain.

The double-edged sword of dietary fiber: tailoring fiber intake for gut health in autoimmune conditions

Heather Armstrong, from University of Manitoba and University of Alberta (Canada), explores the intricate role of dietary fibers in maintaining gut health, focusing on the microbiome’s ability to process these…

Personalized nutrition in a changing world: addressing global health challenges with lifestyle medicine and omics

Hellas Cena, from University of Pavia (Italy), emphasizes the growing importance of nutrition in addressing current global health challenges.

Microbial signatures for food traceability: ensuring quality and safety from fermented wines to novel insect-based foods

The interview with Antonia Bruno, from Bicocca University of Milan (Italy), highlights research focused on using microbial signatures to enhance food traceability, ensuring both safety and quality. 

Dietary components may affect health differently based on gut microbiota

The findings highlight the complex interactions between some dietary compounds and the gut microbiota, suggesting that microbial variations can impact health in different ways.

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