Since the renaissance of microbiome research in the past decade, much insight has
accumulated in comprehending forces shaping the architecture and functionality of resident …

Obesity and its associated disorders, such as insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, metabolic
inflammation, dysbiosis, and non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis, are involved in several …

In recent years, high-fat diet (HFD) has been widely applied in aquaculture, which reduces
the intestinal health of cultured fish. The current study evaluated the protective effects of …

Covering: 2000 to 2018 (October) Trillions of microbes, collectively termed as gut microbiota,
reside in the gastrointestinal tract and are involved in the physiology of their hosts. In …

Cactus stem (Opuntia ficus‐indica Mill) is native to Mesoamerica and marketed in different
forms such as fresh, frozen or pre‐cooked. Worldwide, this vegetable is recognized for its …

The use of ultrasound treatment for improving the bioactive compounds and quality
properties of a Brazilian nopal beverage was studied. Physicochemical characterization and …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) disproportionately affects minorities in the United States,
including the Hispanic/Latine population, and is a public health concern in Latin American …

The metabolic functionality of the gut microbiota contributes to the metabolism and well-
being of its host, although detailed insight in the microbiota's metabolism is lacking. Omics …

Gut dysbiosis refers to an imbalance in gut microbiota composition and function. Opuntia
ficus-indica extract has been shown to modulate gut microbiota by improving SCFA …

The dry, powdered cladodes of Opuntia ficus-indica are often-used in over-the-counter
(OTC) pharmaceutical formulations. Gentle drying techniques, such as lyophilization and …