All articles tagged with #microbiome diversity
A 2023 study highlights that the duration poop stays in the gut significantly influences microbiome composition and overall health, with slow transit linked to various disorders and potential for personalized treatments based on individual gut rhythms.
A large study finds that common drugs, including antibiotics, antidepressants, and benzodiazepines, can cause long-lasting changes to the gut microbiome, with effects persisting for years and potentially impacting health, emphasizing the need to consider medication history in microbiome research and treatment.
Researchers have discovered five new Segatella species in the human gut microbiome, shedding light on their dietary fiber degradation capabilities and associations with cardiovascular health. These bacteria are more prevalent in non-industrialized populations and in German men who have sex with men, suggesting a link between sexual behaviors and microbiome diversity. The study's findings pave the way for further research on how sexual behaviors may influence gut microbiota and its implications for human health, potentially offering insights into diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease.