From sourdough bread to kefir, fermented foods are a hot topic! But do you know exactly where they come from or what their benefits are and what is their link to the gut microbiota?
The inflammatory potential of diet is tied to Crohn’s disease risk but not to ulcerative colitis, suggests a new observational study
2 Nov 2020by Rene van den Wijngaard
Despite the fact that current guidelines for managing inflammatory bowel diseases do not devote attention to diet as a central element of treatment, there is an increasing amount of evidence that supports the role of diet in patients with IBD. A new nationwide cohort study shows the association between the level of inflammatory potential in diet and risk of Crohn’s disease.
Did you know that diet is one of the key factors that influence the composition of the gut microbiota? A new infographic from GMFH gives you the basics on the link between nutrition, gut microbiota and diversity.
Gut microbes in celiac disease show impaired metabolism of dietary tryptophan, according to researchers at McMaster University
27 Oct 2020by Heather Galipeau
Evidence over the past few years suggests that metabolites produced from microbes in the gut play a crucial role in maintaining gut health.
What you eat while pregnant may affect your baby’s gut microbiota and growth
21 Oct 2020by Cristina Sáez
A new study concludes that what mothers eat while pregnant shapes their gut microbiota composition and that, in turn, has an effect on the composition of their babies’ gut microbial community.
Mens sana in corpore sano or how your gut microbiota influences your mind
7 Oct 2020by GMFH Editing Team
Can the gut microbiota influence thoughts and behavior? What is the role of diet? What is a psychobiotic? Prof. John Cryan gives us more information on the amazing world of gut-brain axis.
Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the most common disorders diagnosed by gastroenterologists. Peppermint oil, specific probiotics, psyllium supplementation, first-line IBS dietary advice, and a low FODMAP diet can aid in improving IBS symptoms.
Are increasingly popular dietary trends beneficial for optimizing gut health?
17 Aug 2020by Andreu Prados
As humans don’t consume nutrients in isolation, focusing on overall diet quality is a better way to take care of gut health. This article looks at how different dietary patterns affect your gut microbiota in terms of both known benefits and side effects.
COVID-19 has led to renewed interest in how to support immunity and the role of food in ensuring the immune system is ready to react. Taking care of your immune system is not only important during a pandemic, but also for every stage of life (Part 2).
A diverse diet for a diverse gut microbiota: an interview with Kevin Whelan
15 Jul 2020by GMFH Editing Team
What kind of diet promotes gut health? Are ‘superfoods’ good for your gut microbiota? Is what is good for your health also good for the planet? In an interview at the 9th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit, Kevin Whelan answers our questions.
