by Mónica Quinzo
Gut microbiota aids in fat digestion by converting primary bile acids into unconjugated and secondary bile acids. Recent research in mice has uncovered an intricate host-microbiota partnership in regulating bile acid production, helping to prevent excessive accumulation and maintain metabolic balance.
The human gut microbiome is packed with enzymes that can transform food, drugs, or pollutants. New research maps interactions between dietary xenobiotics and the gut microbiome, explaining why diet can work differently for different people.
by Heather Galipeau, Sara Rahmani
Damaged intestinal epithelial cells are a hallmark of celiac disease. New findings in Gastroenterology shed light on the previously unrecognized role of intestinal epithelial cells in celiac disease, indicating that the epithelium is not only the target of immune-mediated damage but could also be an active player in orchestrating inflammation.
The fourth edition of IBS Days covered the latest IBS diagnosis and treatment advances in a postgraduate course. Read about the highlights and discussions (part 2).
Several patients report that wheat and gluten significantly worsen gastrointestinal symptoms. Wheat is a complex food containing fibers, carbohydrates (mainly starch), and proteins, including gluten. Gluten comprises a group of ethanol-soluble proteins found in grains such as wheat, rye, oats, and barley.
by Andreu Prados
June 17-19 2024, Gut Microbiota for Health attended the fourth edition of IBS Days 2024 in Bologna, Italy, alongside 400 in-person attendees. Find out more about the most relevant basic, translational, and clinical science highlights in IBS (part 1).
by Rene van den Wijngaard
Whether environmental and microbial factors are the cause or consequence of Crohn’s disease is still subject to debate. Two recent studies by the Crohn’s and Colitis Canada—Genetic, Environmental, Microbial project have identified new clues.
by Joël Doré, Andreu Prados
The last 12th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit took place 23-24 March 2024 in Washington, D.C. and focused on relevant gut microbiome advances from the lab to the clinic. Find out more about the main takeaways of the conference and how they might affect your research and practice.
by Premysl Bercik, Andreu Prados
While the idea that our gut can influence our brain is not new, this is a rapidly growing area of research. Find out more on how gut microbes influence anxiety and stress and why tackling these psychological traits matters for irritable bowel syndrome.
Alterations in the gut microbiome composition and functions are emerging as a potential target for managing IBS. Discover how microbiota-modifying treatments, including prebiotics, probiotics, antibiotics, and fecal microbiota transplantation, hold promise in alleviating symptoms of this vexing condition.
