Nutrition
Dietary fiber can influence the production of several microbial metabolites that may modify the human gut microbiome and, more in general, health.
Some studies have underlined some differences in the gut microbial composition of people with anorexia and healthy individuals.
A new study, published in Cell, suggests that ketogenic diets could be used as a therapy for autoimmune disorders of the gut.
Fermented foods such as yoghurt and cheese could be a source of health-promoting bacteria, according to a new study.
A new study, published in Nature Medicine, suggests that changes to the microbial community in the gut could influence nutrient metabolism.
A new study could inspire the use of dietary fibers to manipulate the gut microbiota and its functions, with beneficial effects for health.
Researchers at the Baylor College of Medicine reviewed the body of evidence that shows how added sugars and sweeteners shape the gut microbiota.
Consuming pomegranate can alter the skin microbiota and confer resistance to UVB-induced damage, a study published in Scientific Reports claims.
A low-fiber, high-fat diet promotes Salmonella gut colonization by increasing the level of bile salts, according to a recent study.
The type of dietary flavonoids we consume could influence the gut microbiota, according to a new study published in mBio.
