Microbiota represents the entire microbial community present in the gut host. It serves
several functions establishing a mutualistic relation with the host. Latest years have seen a …

Changes in microbial diversity and composition are increasingly associated with several
disease states including obesity and behavioural disorders. Obesity-associated microbiota …

Background: Cross-sectional studies suggest that the microbes in the human gut have a role
in obesity by influencing the human body's ability to extract and store calories. The aim of …

Fructose is one of the key dietary catalysts in the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver
disease (NAFLD). NAFLD comprises a complex disease spectrum, including steatosis (fatty …

A high‐fibre diet and one rich in fruit and vegetables have long been associated with lower
risk of chronic disease. There are several possible mechanisms underpinning these …

It is widely accepted that metabolic disorders, such as obesity, are closely linked to lifestyle
and diet. Recently, the central role played by the intestinal microbiota in human metabolism …

Apples are a rich source of polyphenols and fiber. A major proportion of apple polyphenols
escape absorption in the small intestine and together with non-digestible polysaccharides …

The effect of obesity, weight gain, and weight loss on asthm... : Current Opinion in Allergy and
Clinical Immunology The effect of obesity, weight gain, and weight loss on asthma inception …

Bariatric surgery is highly successful in improving health compared to conventional dietary
treatments. It has been suggested that the gut microbiota is a relevant factor in weight loss …

The sugar alcohol xylitol inhibits the growth of some bacterial species including
Streptococcus mutans. It is used as a food additive to prevent caries. We previously showed …