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The intricate relationship that exists between humans and the gut microbiome has become a hot research topic, and scientists are constantly uncovering new reasons why a healthy diet can lead to a healthier life. Dietary fibers are a particularly important aspect of this connection. When we ingest these compounds, which are mainly found in plant-based …
A Monash University study exploring the emerging gut-skin axis has found that microbial fermentation of dietary fibre in the gut can protect against allergic skin disease. The research published in Mucosal Immunology could potentially lead to novel treatments to prevent or treat allergies. Professor Ben Marsland from the Central Clinical School’s Department of Immunology, together …
The microbiome is a relatively new field of study, and as it stands the full scope of gut bacteria’s role in health is still up for debate. That being said it is becoming increasingly clear that gut bacteria can open new paths in our understanding of a wide range of conditions. Elevated blood pressure is …