Video introduction to the work of the Gut Microbiota & Health Section of ESNM

The gut-brain connection is largely shaped by the composition and function of gut-dwelling microbial communities. This review article addresses how the brain and gut communicate and considers potential psychobiotic therapies.

The 10th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit took place on March 12th and 13th 2022, focusing on the role of gut microbiome-related interventions as part of individualized nutrition and medicine. This post highlights the major learnings from the conference and how they might impact clinical practice in the foreseeable future.

The involvement of the gut microbiota in diverticulitis is gaining interest. This article explores what we know so far about the role of the gut microbiota in diverticulitis and discusses two recent clinical trials on the role of probiotics in managing acute uncomplicated diverticulitis.