Human health is strongly mediated by the gut microbiota ecosystem, which, in turn, depends
not only on its state but also on its dynamics and how it responds to perturbations. Healthy …

If you think you are in control of your behavior, think again. Evidence suggests that
behavioral modifications, as development and persistence of depression, maybe the …

Dysbiosis refers to a reduction in microbial diversity, combined with a loss of beneficial taxa,
and an increase in pathogenic microorganisms. Dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota can …

The human gastrointestinal (GI) tract harbors the largest number and concentration of
microbes found in the human body. Perturbations in the gut microbial ecosystem have also …

BACKGROUND Childhood undernutrition is a global health challenge. Undernutrition in
early life is associated with a number of adverse outcomes, including persistent stunting …

The gut microbiota is established in the newborn period and plays a pivotal role in the
development of the mucosal tissue, immune maturation, and host metabolism. Distortions in …

Global comparisons reveal a decrease in gut microbiota diversity attributed to Western diets,
lifestyle practices such as caesarian section, antibiotic use and formula-feeding of infants …

The human gut microbiota represents an extraordinary complex microbial consortium whose
activities are believed to be crucial for human health and well-being. The formation of the …

The role of the gut microbiota in human health and disease has garnered heightened
attention over the past decade. A thorough understanding of microbial variation over the life …

The capacity of our gut microbial communities to maintain a stable and balanced state,
termed 'resilience', in spite of perturbations is vital to our achieving and maintaining optimal …