Depression, projected to be the predominant contributor to the global disease burden, is a
complex condition with diverse symptoms including mood disturbances and cognitive …

The gut microbiota works in unison with the host, promoting its health. In particular, it has
been shown to exert protective, metabolic and structural functions. Recent evidence has …

Sex differences in colorectal cancer (CRC) has received considerable research attention
recently, particularly regarding the influence of sex hormones and the intestinal microbiota …

Oligofructose prebiotic fiber supplementation has been reported to mitigate the effects of a
high fat/high sucrose diet and reduce knee joint degeneration in male rats. However, few …

Sex differences in the composition and functionality of gut microbiota are an emerging field
of interest in neurodevelopmental disorders, as they may help in understanding the …

Background The gut microbiome has a significant impact on human wellness, contributing to
the emergence and progression of a range of health issues including inflammatory and …

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the concept of the “gut–brain axis”. In
addition to well-studied diseases associated with an imbalance in gut microbiota, such as …

Oral iron supplementation is the first-line treatment for addressing iron deficiency, a concern
particularly relevant to women who are susceptible to sub-optimal iron levels. Nevertheless …

This study aimed to investigate the gut microbiota composition in children with autism
spectrum disorder (ASD) compared to neurotypical (NT) children, with a focus on identifying …

The wide spread of microplastics has fueled growing public health concern globally. Due to
their porous structure and large surface area, microplastics can serve as carriers for other …