It’s time to delve into the world of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and the crucial role they play in maintaining digestive health to gain a deeper understanding of how they contribute to overall well-being.
Discover the gut fungi world and their role in human health through our new infographic! Learn about their contribution to nutrient production, metabolism, defense against harmful microorganisms, and the establishment of healthy gut bacteria.
Could the gut microbiota explain why inflammatory bowel diseases are on the rise?
23 Mar 2023by Andreu Prados
Inflammatory bowel disease covers chronic inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Find out more about the typical and atypical forms of IBD and what science knows about how the gut microbiota is involved in its development.
Looking back, moving forward: a decade of Gut Microbiota for Health through the eyes of our experts
6 Mar 2023by GMFH Editing Team
The GMFH expert committee members have been an essential part for the project’s growth over the past decade. Don’t miss our latest video where you can hear about their favorite GMFH memories!
The gut microbiota influences sports performance and resilience after physical exercise. Also, practicing moderate exercise on a regular basis results in a healthier bacterial composition and, therefore, better physical and mental health.
Fecal microbiota transplantation: From clinical trials to market, where are we now?
7 Feb 2023by Andreu Prados
While fecal microbiota transplants are recommended for multiple recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection, their use in clinical practice is hindered by a lack of regulation and understanding of the underlying ecological dynamics. This article covers major challenges for the treatment in transitioning from bench to bedside, from the scientific, clinical and regulatory perspectives (Part 6).
10 years of gut microbiome research: celebrating our 10th digital anniversary
24 Jan 2023by GMFH Editing Team
It has been 10 years since GMFH was launched with the aim of disseminating the latest gut microbiome research to the lay public, healthcare professionals and scientists alike. In this article, members of the GMFH board of experts share their pick of the most significant advances in the field, outlining their clinical impact and implications for further research.
When do microbes first arrive in the intestinal tract and what does it mean for a newborn’s health?
23 Jan 2023by GMFH Editing Team
Dr. Hervé Blottière updates us on what current studies say about when bacteria first colonize the body and the impact of that process on infant health.
New edition, new city: Prague will host the Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit 2023
12 Dec 2022by GMFH Editing Team
The 11th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit will take place on March 11 and 12 2023 in Prague, Czech Republic. This edition has an excellent scientific program in store for you, which focuses on the next generation of microbiota-based therapy and nutrition.
Lifestyle management for type 2 diabetes: it’s all about what’s inside
30 Nov 2022by GMFH Editing Team
Dr. Stéphane Schneider explains what recent studies have shown regarding the importance of taking care of what you eat for preventing or better controlling type 2 diabetes through the gut microbiome.