Specific hypothalamic neurons are capable of modifying the composition of the intestinal microbiota in mice These results help us to better understand the relationship between the brain, microbiota, and metabolism via Nature Metabolism: loom.ly/x8hqqH8

Not all commensal microorganisms shape cancer outcomes in the same way Where are we on the role of microbiome in tumour initiation and progression, interactions with chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted therapies? Nature Metabolism nature.com/articles/s4225…

Scientists identified a novel indole-3-propionate producer, Enterocloster aldenensis, which produced this key metabolite exclusively from indole-3-lactate These findings open new avenues for treatments in diseases with an altered tryptophan metabolism: loom.ly/SMjsVVY

Extracellular vesicles are potential postbiotics New findings identified extracellular vesicles from L. paracasei that improve neuroinflammation, GABA neurotransmission, and motor incoordination in hyperammonemic rats: loom.ly/VCaFQ4E

Intakes of high-quality carbohydrates and dietary fiber were associated with positive health in older adulthood These findings suggest that dietary carbohydrate quality may be an important determinant of healthy aging: loom.ly/nutG9_M

Are you a gastroenterologist working with patients with abdominal distension? This upcoming in-person course on causes, biofeedback techniques, and clinical strategies might be of interest to you ESNM.eu loom.ly/1m_zHEA

The exponential increase of microbiome-gut-brain axis research over the past two decades has led to hope of new approaches for the treatment of anxiety This review updates microbiome-gut-brain research for anxiety disorders: loom.ly/0ouZqiA

Baseline diet can affect the efficacy of probiotics and prebiotics efficacy Learn more about best practices for designing better clinical trials of probiotics and prebiotics from Kevin Whelan, Heidi Staudacher PhD AdvAPD, Maria Marco & colleagues: loom.ly/oBkEhIc

It's feasible to integrate fermented foods into dietary recommendations This review from Justin Sonnenburg, Christopher Gardner & colleagues updates mechanisms of action that support health benefits of fermented foods and new ways to expand research: loom.ly/SZOj8qY

Scientists are getting closer to know why not everyone responds the same way to diet The authors studied inter-individual variability in response to food by systematically mapping the effects of chemically diverse dietary xenobiotics on gut bacteria: loom.ly/VysIeCQ

High-dose L. reuteri may reduce symptoms in kids 1 month to 5 years of age, in emergency management with acute gastroenteritis It is a low-risk and easy-to-administer intervention, which could reduce complications associated JPGN loom.ly/tB1ZIe8

Western-style dietary patterns are increasingly replacing African heritage diets This switch has profound implications for our metabolism and immunity: loom.ly/F_kCAFw

Secretory IgM regulates gut microbiota homeostasis and metabolism Looking forward to the translation of the findings in humans via Nature Microbiology: loom.ly/Am-J8ug

Microbial interactions and ecology in fermented food ecosystems This review article in Nature Reviews Microbiology discusses current research on the ecological impact of microorganisms found in fermented food on the human gut: loom.ly/ZFFOkyQ

Disruption of iron homeostasis is closely linked to the development and progression of gut microbiota dysbiosis and multiple diseases Why host-microbiome interactions matter Nature Microbiology loom.ly/L-iaF9g

Gut bacteria and acetate team up to cut fat in mice without muscle loss These findings open a new way to reduce obesity: loom.ly/0Riq878

More clues on how we are what our gut microbes do with what we eat A high-carbohydrate, low-phytochemical diet synergizes with phosphatidylinositol 3-kinaseinhibition to treat cancer in mice from Asael Roichman & colleagues: loom.ly/1zul1pM

Diet and probiotics work together to better manage carbohydrate intolerance Find out more what to look for on the dietary management of food intolerances: loom.ly/3CSXjcU

Eating nuts, seeds, and corn does not raise the risk of diverticulitis Find out more via Medscape: loom.ly/FPjwIc8

Where are we on the role of gut microbiota as a novel therapeutic target in Crohn’s disease? loom.ly/RQ-urb8