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New virus-like agents identified in human gut and oral microbiotas

Researchers have identified a new class of virus-like agents known as "obelisks" in oral and stool samples from hundred of people.

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…

Tumor microbiome, immunity, and prognosis: a comprehensive atlas

This article presents “The Cancer Microbiota Database," an interactive and customizable tool to investigate 33 types of cancers.

Specific gut metabolites may help diagnose endometriosis

The findings suggest that 4-hydroxyindole could be a promising biomarker for diagnosing endometriosis.

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.

Core gut microbiota signature may serve as health indicator

The study identified a core microbiota signature that may serve as a health indicator and a therapeutic target.

Understanding the gut microbiota in athletes

Standardizing microbiome analysis improves the quality and reliability of data, helping researchers to explore the gut microbiota’s impact on athletes and its relationship with health and performance.

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. 

Microbiota linked to susceptibility to necrotizing enterocolitis in preemies

The results also indicate that the hospital environment influences the gut bacteria of preterm infants, highligting the importance of managing antibiotics and medications to support a healthy gut development.

Microbiome’s implications in recurrent pregnancy loss

A systematic review recently published in the Journal of Reproductive Immunology provides a comprehensive overview of the emerging role of the microbiome in recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL).

Dietary fiber, bloutia, and mucus function: uncovering potential for Next-Generation Probiotics

The interview with Björn O. Schröder from Umeå University explores groundbreaking research on the gut mucus layer, which shields intestinal tissues from bacterial invasion and inflammation.

Study sheds light on microbial diversity and antibiotic resistance

The findings improve our understanding of the genetic complexity of the human gut microbiota and its implications for health.

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.

The impact of food additives on the microbiome: pathways to personalized health

Benoit Chassaing from institute Pasteur (France), delves into the ways various environmental factors, particularly dietary additives, affect the gut microbiome. 

How the gut microbiota protects a newborn’s health

The findings highlight the importance of the gut microbiota in gut development and immunity, and they provide insights into how microbiota-based interventions could prevent serious conditions such as NEC.

How gut bacteria communities resist drugs

Many common drugs — including antibiotics — can inhibit the growth of gut bacteria and alter their function.

The gut microbiome is pivotal in the anorexia nervosa’s appetite

The gut microbiome clearly influenced the expression of 8 peptides involved in appetite regulation, which, along with diet and physical activity, plays a pivotal role in the development of anorexia…

Stress alters the gut microbiota and increases infection risk, mouse study suggests

The findings suggest that the vagus nerve and amygdala are crucial in maintaining microbiota balance and could serve as targets for mitigating stress-related gut and immune conditions.

Connecting the dots: nutrition, microbiota, metabolism. Key takeaways from Ri.MED Symposium 2024

In a recent Symposium chaired by Giulio Superti-Furga (The Ri.med Foundation), experts gathered to explore groundbreaking research at the intersection of nutrition, microbiota, and human health. 

A mother’s genes may influence infant health through the milk microbiota

The results of a recent study suggest that the milk microbiota and maternal genetics affect a child’s susceptibility to asthma and allergies.

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