From diet to microbiome therapies: Key insights from the GMFH Summit 2026

19 May 2026

by Manon Oliero, Giovana Martucelli, Andreu Prados

The 14th edition of the Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit brought together leading researchers from around the world to present the latest advances in the field. The meeting reinforced clinical practices that have become increasingly established in recent years and also presented unpublished results on new microbiome-targeted therapies, in line with the summit’s central theme: “Diet and other ways to manipulate the gut microbiome in clinical practice.”

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.

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.

As the global population ages, scientists are increasingly focused on identifying lifestyle factors that not only prevent disease but also actively promote healthy aging. Recent studies are beginning to reveal the potential role of different dietary patterns in shaping the gut microbiome composition and their association with aging and health outcomes.

Gut microbiota and weight management

26 May 2025

by Amandine Everard, Andreu Prados

Microbes living in your digestive tract may help you achieve or maintain a healthy body weight by influencing your food intake behaviors. This article delves into what scientists know and do not know about gut microbiota and obesity and provides science-backed tools for leveraging the microbes in your gut to achieve a healthier body weight.

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