Scientists discover that a gut microbiota molecule causes atherosclerosis
7 Jan 2026by Cristina Sáez
A new study reveals that a molecule produced by gut bacteria can trigger atherosclerosis, shedding light on why some healthy individuals develop cardiovascular disease.
Emerging studies suggest the gut microbiome may predict how well you age. The world’s oldest person offers scientists new clues into the secrets of healthy aging and protection against the diseases that often plague the final years of life.
Our shared microbiome: How microbes connect health, people, and the planet
2 Dec 2025by GMFH Editing Team
In this video interview, Dr. Mireia Vallès-Colomer explains how our microbiome is formed, shared, and transmitted throughout life — and why understanding these microbial connections is key for human and planetary health.
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The ins and outs of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans in light of the gut microbiome
25 Feb 2026by Andreu Prados
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recognize the role of the microbiome for health. This article delves into both strengths and inconsistencies of the new guidelines through the gut microbiome lens.
There is a lack of evidence for high-fiber diets to manage constipation. Here’s what works
9 Feb 2026by Andreu Prados
Chronic constipation affects around one in ten adults worldwide. The new British Dietetic Association’s guidelines suggest shifting from generic high-fiber diets to specific foods and drinks to improve constipation.
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The gut microbiome puzzle and probiotics in primary care patients with IBS
16 Feb 2026by GMFH Editing Team
Gut microbiome-related interventions for the management of disorders of gut-brain interaction were on the agenda of NeuroGASTRO 2025. In this video interview, Dr. Juan M. Mendive delves into the role of the gut microbiome for improving outcomes of primary care patients with IBS.
Specific probiotic species and strains could help manage chronic constipation in adults
2 Feb 2026by Andreu Prados
Chronic constipation affects around one in ten adults worldwide. The new British Dietetic Association’s guidelines show that psyllium, certain probiotic strains and magnesium oxide supplements can help to improve constipation.
Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 restores gut microbiome functionality after antibiotic stress
26 Jan 2026by Nathalie Rolhion, Harry Sokol
Antibiotic treatments can profoundly disrupt gut microbiome structure and function. This article reviews new findings showing how Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 helps preserve microbial activity and metabolic resilience during antibiotic stress, with insights from advanced in vitro models and immune assays.
