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How a gut microbe may suppress colorectal cancer growth

Lactobacillus reuteri can protect against colorectal cancer through reuterin, one of its metabolites. A new study published in Cencer Cell claims

How the human microbiota can influence respiratory health

Profiling the bacteria and viruses residing in the human body could help to diagnose different pathogens and develop new targeted interventions.

Excess food may reduce male fertility by altering gut microbiota, vitamin A metabolism

A high-fat diet induces gut microbial alterations and leads to male infertility. A new study published in Gut claims.

Some gut-dwelling bacteria are associated with gastric cancer and liver metastasis

Alterations in the levels of gut-dwelling Streptococcus microbes are associated with the development of gastric cancer and the associated liver metastases.

During puberty, the gut microbiota becomes more adult-like — but only in girls

Some gut microbes can affect the timing of puberty by regulating the levels of sex hormones in a sex-dependent manner. A new study published in Scientific Reports claims.

A mother’s gut bacteria drive intestinal inflammation in mice with autism-like traits

Autistic people who experience inflammatory problems may have been exposed to inflammation in the maternal womb. A new study published in Immunity claims.

After quitting smoke, changes in the gut microbiota may lead to weight gain

A new study (Nature) helps to understand why people who stop smoking often gain weight.

New insights into how commonly used drugs affect the gut microbiota

The impact of medications on the gut microbiota is greater than previously thought. A new research published in Nature claims.

A probiotic bacterium could help prevent severe blood infections

Bacterial spores of the probiotic Bacillus subtilis can prevent dangerous Enterococcus bacteria from invading the blood and causing systemic infections.

From bench to clinic: Faecalibacterium prausnitzii is just around the corner

Philippe Lagella of the Instituit National de la Rcherche Agronomique - France, talks about the increasing interest in Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and its possible use.

Human gut microbe drives immune activation and colitis in mice

Specific gut bacteria may drive some autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis. A new study published in Cell Host & Microbe claims.

Study offers insights into the gut microbiota of autistic children

A new study published in the Journal of Proteomics is the first to profile the gut microbiota of autistic children, their relatives, and neurotypical children using a metaproteomic approach.

The microbiota may affect people’s response to an antidiabetic drug

Some gut and mouth bacteria produce enzymes that metabolize acarbose, a common antidiabetic drug, in ways that may reduce its therapeutic efficacy. A new study published in Nature claims.

Newborns’ first gut microbiota may be related to complications of prematurity

The first gut microbiota may be related to complications of prematurity. A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine claims.

Study characterizes the microbiota of Spaniards — and its link to the Mediterranean diet

A team of spanish researchers have published in Scientific Reports the first complete analysis of the gut microbiome of a Mediterranean country.

Biomaterials may boost efficacy of oral cancer therapy by modulating the microbiota

Specific bacteria in combination with a hydrogel containing silver nanoparticles can reduce tumor growth in mice with a cancer of the oral cavity. A new study published in Nature Biomedical…

Dietary preferences may drive gut microbiota differences seen in people with autism

The differences in gut microbiata composition seen in autistic people may be due to the restricted dietary preferences associated with autism. A new study published in Cell claims.

Specific gut microbiota signatures are associated with childhood allergies

Manipulation of the gut microbiome could be a promising approach for novel preventive and therapeutic strategies against allergy. A new italian study published in Nature Communications claims.

Mouth microbiota may influence the efficacy of cancer radiotherapy

The mouth microbiota may be used as a potential biomarker and target for the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer. A new study pulished in Cell Reports claims.

Gut bacteria may explain the beneficial effects of breastfeeding

Bifidobacteria associated with breastmilk produce small molecules that may improve immune function. A new study published in Nature Microbiology claims the beneficial effects of breastfeeding.

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