Gut health might be the key to tackling a common liver condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). This condition is quite widespread, and it seems that an imbalance in gut bacteria plays a role in its development and worsening. A recent study explored a unique treatment approach: fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), which invol...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a tricky disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It's like a puzzle with many pieces, and one of those pieces might be the bacteria living in our guts. These tiny organisms, known as gut microbiota, play a big role in how our bodies handle fats, like cholesterol and fatty acids. Researchers are digging deep to understand how gut ba...
In France, a big study is happening. It's called Le French Gut. Researchers want to see how food, health, and lifestyle affect the tiny creatures living in our guts. They call these creatures gut microbiota. This study is important because it looks at regular people, not just those with health problems. The study aims to gather lots of data. They want to know what p...
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common issue, but its causes can be complex. Recent research is looking into how gut bacteria might play a role in this condition, especially in cases linked to blood vessel problems. The study involved 151 men, split into three groups: those with ED due to blood vessel issues, those with ED without a clear cause, and a healthy control...
Epilepsy is a complex condition. It affects the brain and causes seizures. Scientists are now looking at the gut. They want to see if gut bacteria play a role in epilepsy. The gut has trillions of bacteria. These bacteria talk to the brain. This is called the gut-brain axis. Researchers found links between gut bacteria and epilepsy. But they are not sure how it work...
Prebiotics are a type of fiber that our body can't digest. They are found in many foods like bananas, onions, and garlic. They are increasingly being studied for their ability to boost our immune system. They can affect our gut, lungs, and even our urinary tract. This is because they help good bacteria grow in our gut. These good bacteria produce substances that help...
The gut's bacteria play a big role in bone health, especially when people are stuck in bed or floating in space. The gut's bacteria can change when people are not moving around. This change can lead to bone problems. But there might be a solution in a substance called butyrate. It is a type of short-chain fatty acid. It is made by certain gut bacteria. Butyrate...
Tea leftovers are often tossed aside, but they're packed with dietary fibre. Most of this fibre is insoluble, but soluble fibre is known to be better for health. A recent study used a specific fungus, Eurotium cristatum, to turn tea leftovers into soluble dietary fibre. The results were impressive. The fermented fibre had a higher yield and a looser structure, which ...
The olive flounder is a popular fish in East Asia. It is farmed for food. But, the fish faces a big problem. The water where it lives is getting warmer. This is due to climate change. Warmer water can make the fish sick. It can also slow down the fish's growth. Plus, it can change the tiny living things in the fish's gut. These tiny living things are called gut micro...
The gut microbiome has become a hot topic in health research over the past 20 years. This is because it plays a significant role in various health conditions. However, understanding the gut microbiome is not straightforward. There are many different methods used to study it, which makes it hard to compare results from different studies. This inconsistency is a major ...