Food 4 Gut Health is a section dedicated to promoting the role of food in gut function among dietitians, healthcare professionals and gut health advocates. Our aim is to generate conversation around food, nutrition and gut health.
by GMFH Editing Team
The gluten-free diet for celiac disease can be low in fiber. Researchers from McMaster University showed that people with celiac disease had reduced capacity to metabolize dietary fiber in the small intestine because they lack key fiber-degrading bacteria.
by Cristina Sáez
The Mediterranean diet is once again at the center of scientific evidence. A new study, published in BMC Medicine, shows that this dietary pattern not only protects cardiovascular and metabolic health, but also helps preserve cognitive function with age.
Intermittent fasting has become increasingly popular as a dietary approach for improving metabolic and gut health. This article explores the potential benefits and risks of intermittent fasting for the gut, examining current evidence on its effects on digestion, the gut microbiota, and overall health.
by 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.
by 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.
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.
by Andreu Prados
Although the underlying cause of irritable bowel syndrome is unclear, many people with IBS believe they are sensitive to gluten or wheat. A new study finds gluten and wheat are safe for many people with IBS, and the culprit might be something else.
by GMFH Editing Team
Across social media, #fibermaxxing is inspiring people to boost their daily fiber intake. While enthusiasm for healthier eating is positive, this trend also invites an important question: what does science really say about fiber, microbiota, and health?
Fermented foods have been gaining attention in research and on people’s tables due to their link with gut health. More than tradition or flavor, they attract interest as they can influence the gut microbiota and generate compounds with potentially beneficial effects on the body.
Digestive Disease Week 2025 featured recent basic, translational, and clinical research into the microbiome. Find out more about the main takeaways relevant for your clinical practice selected by GMFH editors.
