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Microplastics in the digestive tract of seabirds alters gut microbiome, finds study

Scientists have been worried about the potential harms of microplastics for years. These small plastic particles less than 5 mm in length have been found everywhere because of plastic pollution - from the Earth's deep oceans to remote regions in Antarctica, and even the seafood we eat. But, are microplastics really harmful?

25 May 2023

Berry beneficial: Blueberry consumption alleviates abdominal pain in gastrointestinal disorders

Researchers investigate whether blueberry consumption could improve the overall quality of life of individuals with functional gastrointestinal disorders.

24 May 2023

Gut check: Our microbiome's vitamin factory could redefine personal health

Research highlights the crucial role of vitamins in metabolic and regulatory processes. It explores the microbial contribution of essential vitamins, such as vitamin K and B-group vitamins, in the gastrointestinal tract, emphasizing their impact on human health and the gut microbiome.

23 May 2023

Exploring nutritional factors during pregnancy and in infancy to find clues for childhood tooth decay

Researchers from Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester Medical Center are taking a closer look at nutritional factors during pregnancy and in infancy associated with severe tooth decay in young children.

23 May 2023

Study could help understand why limiting sugary foods can ease symptoms for IBD patients

Excess sugar hampers cells that renew the colon's lining in a mouse model of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a new study by University of Pittsburgh scientists.

22 May 2023

Unlocking gut health: How indoor environment impacts the microbiota balance

Research paper highlights the importance of a diverse and balanced gut microbiota for human health, while emphasizing the need for further understanding of the impact of indoor microbiome and metabolites on gut microbiota.

21 May 2023

Breast milk shields newborns: COVID-19 antibodies and microbiota from vaccinated mothers provide dual defense

Research paper discusses the differences in microbiota between high and low IgA subjects after the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The study found that certain microbial features in breast milk can predict levels of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in breast milk one week post-second dose.

21 May 2023

Food preservative nisin: A gut game changer that safely alters microbiome composition

Nisin, a powerful bacteriocin, influences the gut microbiota and its functionality by modulating the abundance of specific bacterial groups and altering short-chain fatty acid synthesis.

18 May 2023

Policy overhaul needed: Food industry's impact on global brain health

The dominance of the corporate-industrial food industry undermines brain capital and sustainable human development on a global scale. Understanding this impact is crucial for the future of public health and well-being.

17 May 2023

How the gut microbiome supports iron uptake by intestinal regulatory T-cells

Research paper discusses the relationship between iron deficiencies and immune tolerance in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. The study shows that high cellular iron levels fostered by pentanoate, a short-chain fatty acid produced by intestinal microbiota, are necessary for the homeostasis of regulatory T cells in the intestine, and iron deficiencies in Treg can result in lethal autoimmune disease.

17 May 2023

A novel approach to quantify personal information contained within gut metagenome data

Researchers used shotgun sequencing to extract human reads from DNA in fecal samples

17 May 2023

Every breath counts; Utilizing breath biopsy technology to detect disease early

In this interview, we speak to Mariana Leal, Team Lead at Owlstone Medical, about breath biopsies and how they are a useful tool for investigating biomarkers for the early detection of diseases.

From Owlstone Medical Ltd 17 May 2023

Grape expectations: Dietary grapes promote subtle shifts in human microbiome with potential health implications

Research investigates the potential health benefits of grape consumption by examining its impact on the human microbiome. By analyzing microbiome composition and metabolites, the study provides insights into the relationship between grapes and human health.

16 May 2023

NIH launches landmark initiative to advance nutrition research

The National Institutes of Health is now enrolling participants in a landmark initiative to advance nutrition research.

16 May 2023

Michael Milken wants to speed up cures

Years ago, a top chemical biologist pondered ditching his cancer research to take a more lucrative commission growing healthier apples. Michael Milken stopped him.

16 May 2023

Carotenoids' potential in reducing chronic disease risk

Researchers explore the association between the gastrointestinal delivery system and carotenoids.

15 May 2023

Novel ingestible device enables non-invasive profiling of the gut microbiome, proteome, and metabolome

Researchers developed an ingestible device to collect samples from the human intestine.

12 May 2023

Specially designed capsule gives a fuller picture of normal digestion in healthy people

Using a specially designed capsule, researchers can now voyage through the digestive system, collecting new data about digestion and microorganisms.

10 May 2023

MGI Empowers the Completion of Nearly 60,000 Samples for The Million Microbiome of Humans Project

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From MGI 10 May 2023

NUTRISHIELD study: Unraveling the impact of mother's milk on infant growth and health

The NUTRISHIELD study aims to compare the weight gain of preterm and term infants who exclusively receive either own mother's milk or pasteurized donor human milk. The study also evaluates the influence of diet, lifestyle habits, psychological stress, and pasteurization on milk composition and how it affects infant growth, health, and development.

9 May 2023

Microbiome News and Research

Latest Microbiome News and Research

Microplastics in the digestive tract of seabirds alters gut microbiome, finds study

Berry beneficial: Blueberry consumption alleviates abdominal pain in gastrointestinal disorders

Gut check: Our microbiome's vitamin factory could redefine personal health

Exploring nutritional factors during pregnancy and in infancy to find clues for childhood tooth decay

Study could help understand why limiting sugary foods can ease symptoms for IBD patients

Unlocking gut health: How indoor environment impacts the microbiota balance

Breast milk shields newborns: COVID-19 antibodies and microbiota from vaccinated mothers provide dual defense

Food preservative nisin: A gut game changer that safely alters microbiome composition

Policy overhaul needed: Food industry's impact on global brain health

How the gut microbiome supports iron uptake by intestinal regulatory T-cells

A novel approach to quantify personal information contained within gut metagenome data

Every breath counts; Utilizing breath biopsy technology to detect disease early

Grape expectations: Dietary grapes promote subtle shifts in human microbiome with potential health implications

NIH launches landmark initiative to advance nutrition research

Michael Milken wants to speed up cures

Carotenoids' potential in reducing chronic disease risk

Novel ingestible device enables non-invasive profiling of the gut microbiome, proteome, and metabolome

Specially designed capsule gives a fuller picture of normal digestion in healthy people

MGI Empowers the Completion of Nearly 60,000 Samples for The Million Microbiome of Humans Project

NUTRISHIELD study: Unraveling the impact of mother's milk on infant growth and health

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