Gut microbiota plays a role in cholesterol metabolism by influencing bile acid production. Recent research has identified a microbial process that helps maintain metabolic balance and prevent fat accumulation. Understanding this interaction may provide insights into metabolic health and disease prevention. The post New clues into how gut microbes help regulate cholesterol and fat metabolism appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

Carbohydrate malabsorption is an underlying cause of irritable bowel syndrome-type symptoms in some patients. This article explores the impact of fermentable short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) on gut function, the benefits and risks of a low-FODMAP diet, and how probiotics can help individuals with carbohydrate malabsorption. The post Diet and probiotics for managing carbohydrate intolerance appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

A new study reveals that consuming fiber-rich foods can play a crucial role in cancer prevention. The research shows that some products of fiber digestion by gut microbiota, such as butyrate and propionate, can alter gene expression and exert anti-tumor effects. These findings highlight the importance of including whole grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes, and nuts in our daily diet to support long-term health. The post Fiber and cancer prevention: what science says appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

Gut microbiota aids in fat digestion by converting primary bile acids into unconjugated and secondary bile acids. Recent research in mice has uncovered an intricate host-microbiota partnership in regulating bile acid production, helping to prevent excessive accumulation and maintain metabolic balance. The post Scientists uncover a new way by which gut microbes control cholesterol levels appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

Could a simple change in diet transform your gut microbiome and reduce your risk of chronic diseases? This article explores recent research testing a diet inspired by non-industrialized dietary patterns. The post Clinical validation of a Non-Industrialized Microbiome Restore diet appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

This article features key discoveries in gut microbiome research from 2024 selected by the Gut Microbiota for Health editorial team. Research highlights include basic, translational, and clinical microbiome research with significant implications for current and future research in the field. The post Key advances in the gut microbiome during 2024 appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

The composition of the gut microbiome depends mainly on diet. A new study sheds light on the most beneficial diet for your gut – and it may have to do with the food quality and diversity you consume rather than whether you follow a vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore diet. The post People eating a mixed diet with animal foods share gut bacteria with vegans and vegetarians, a new study found appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

The fundamental role of gut bacteria in overall health has been recognized for years. Imbalances in its composition have been linked to autoimmune, gastrointestinal, and metabolic diseases, and now also to cardiovascular conditions. Increasingly, scientists are studying the gut-heart axis and suggest that the gut microbiota could become a new therapeutic target for preventing and treating heart diseases. The post The gut-heart axis: how the gut microbiota impacts cardiovascular health appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

We continue our series on the gut axis, this time focusing on the gut-skin connection. You might have noticed it yourself—how a heavy, sugary meal can lead to breakouts the next day, or how certain food allergies can trigger rashes. This is the gut-skin axis at work, demonstrating an association between the health of our gut and the condition of our skin, and vice versa. The post The gut-skin axis: feel it in your gut, wear it on your skin appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more

The human gut microbiome is packed with enzymes that can transform food, drugs, or pollutants. New research maps interactions between dietary xenobiotics and the gut microbiome, explaining why diet can work differently for different people. The post Why does not everyone respond the same way to diet appeared first on Gut Microbiota for Health ..read more