Archives des immune health

The first 1,000 days of life: the prominence of bifidobacteria for infants’ gut microbiota development and later health outcomes

4 Mar 2022

by Konstantina Zafeiropoulou

The first 2-3 years of life are crucial for shaping childhood health. Amid others, the importance of early-life gut microbiota in infant’s development and later human health has been long speculated. In particular, bifidobacteria are playing an essential role in infant’s gut microbiota and immune system maturation that supports its probiotic use in that age span.

Fermented foods show potential in increasing gut microbial diversity and modulating immune responses

22 Nov 2021

by Konstantina Zafeiropoulou

Fermented foods, such as yogurt, kefir, kimchi and kombucha, have gained increasing popularity on the market shelves and consumers’ basket. Scientists at Stanford University elucidate how fermented foods may alter gut microbiota profile and reduce inflammatory markers.

Learning about the gut barrier’s essential role to our health

27 Mar 2019

by GMFH Editing Team

Have a look at our infographic to learn how a dysfunctional intestinal barrier may play a role in the development of gastrointestinal diseases.

2017 at a glance: A fruitful year for gut microbiota science

22 Jan 2018

by GMFH Editing Team

Have a look at this “2017 Year at a glance” report and learn more about the year’s key findings.