The functional diversity of the mammalian intestinal microbiome far exceeds that of the host
organism, and microbial genes contribute substantially to the well-being of the host …

Diet and dietary components have profound effects on the composition of the gut microbiota
and are among the most important contributors to the alteration in bacterial flora. This review …

Over the past decade, the gut microbiota has emerged as a key component in regulating
brain processes and behavior. Diet is one of the major factors involved in shaping the gut …

Plant-based diets, defined here as including both vegan and lacto-ovo-vegetarian diets, are
growing in popularity throughout the Western world for various reasons, including concerns …

A growing body of evidence suggests that dysbiosis of the human gut microbiota is
associated with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease (AD) via …

The intestinal mucosal barrier, also referred to as intestinal barrier, is widely recognized as a
critical player in gut homeostasis maintenance as it ensures the complex crosstalk between …

Vegetarianism has gained more visibility in recent years. Despite the well-described effects
of a vegetarian diet on health, its influence on the quality of life of the individuals who follow …

Although high-protein diets continue to be popular for weight loss and type 2 diabetes,
evidence suggests that worsening renal function may occur in individuals with—and …

Of all microorganisms in the human body, the largest and most complex population resides
in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The gut microbiota continuously adapts to the host …

The gut microbiota (GM) is defined as the community of microorganisms (bacteria, archaea,
fungi, viruses) colonizing the gastrointestinal tract. GM regulates various metabolic pathways …