by GMFH Editing Team
How genetics versus environmental factors drive gut microbiome variation in related primates remains unknown. New findings show that diet may outweigh phylogenetic evolution in shaping gut microbial communities across primate species and human hunter-gatherers and agriculturalists.
by Andreu Prados
Colonic propionate has been suggested as a potential target to improve obesity-related metabolic disorders. Based on new research, colonic propionate delivery could be a novel solution to improve metabolism and inflammation in overweight or obese subjects.
by Researchers from the Univ. of Toledo-Microbiome Consortium
A recent study published by researchers from the University of Toledo, in Cell, raises a health concern about that these refined soluble fibers.
by Andreu Prados
A new study has found that the fermentable fiber inulin and short-chain fatty acids exert beneficial effects on the immune system, allowing mice to control influenza infections.
by Andreu Prados
A new study has found that microbiota-accessible carbohydrate-utilizing bacteria and short-chain fatty acids generated during their fermentation prevent C. difficile infection perpetuation in mice.
by Andreu Prados
A new randomized clinical trial has found that promotion of a select group of gut bacteria by a diet high in diverse fibers may lead to better blood glucose and lipid control and greater weight loss in people with T2DM.
by Andreu Prados
The first study has found that the fermentable fiber inulin prevents high-fat diet-induced metabolic syndrome in mice.