Knowledge Tree
gut microbiome
Also known as: microbiota, Intestinal microbiota, gut microbiome, gut microbiota, intestinal microbiome, gut microbes, gut biome
Facts (30)
Sources
The Evolutionary Impact of Dietary Shifts on Physical and Cognitive ... ouci.dntb.gov.ua 7 facts
claimRed meat consumption leads to a microbiota-dependent risk of cardiovascular disease.
referenceRaoult et al. (Eur. J. Clin. Microbiol. Infect. Dis., 2010) discussed the globalization of intestinal microbiota.
claimIntestinal microbiota metabolism of L-carnitine, a nutrient found in red meat, promotes atherosclerosis.
referenceThe expensive-tissue hypothesis in vertebrates is influenced by gut microbiota, as reviewed by Huang.
referencePérez-Burillo's research in J. Agric. Food Chem. (Vol 66, p. 11500) investigates the effect of food thermal processing on the composition of the gut microbiota.
referenceCarmody's research in Nat. Microbiol. (Vol 4, p. 2052) examines how cooking shapes the structure and function of the gut microbiome.
claimThe gut microbiota-derived metabolite trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) is elevated in Alzheimer's disease.
Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org 5 facts
referenceReda et al. (2021) studied the dietary effects of licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) on quail performance, carcass characteristics, blood metabolites, and intestinal microbiota.
claimAkebia trifoliata pericarp extract ameliorates inflammation by modulating NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathways and modifying gut microbiota, as reported by Wang et al. in 2019.
claimAkebia trifoliata (chocolate vine), native to East Asia (China, Korea, and Japan), demonstrates in vitro and in vivo anti-inflammatory activity against chronic inflammations, ameliorates inflammation via NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathways, and modifies gut microbiota.
referenceDehau T, Cherlet M, Croubels S, Van Immerseel F, and Goossens E found that a high dose of dietary berberine improves gut wall morphology in broiler chickens, despite causing an expansion of Enterobacteriaceae and a reduction in beneficial microbiota, as published in Msystems (2023).
claimTailored therapeutic approaches using phytotherapeutics can be facilitated by comprehending the interplay between phytochemicals and specific patients, considering factors such as personal genetic composition, gut microbiota, and additional variables.
Western diet – Knowledge and References - Taylor & Francis taylorandfrancis.com 4 facts
claimEnvironmental factors, including geographical location, diet, antibiotic exposure, and infection, shape the composition of the gut microbiota during the first few years of life.
claimInfections disrupt the composition of the gut microbiome, which predisposes individuals to gastrointestinal issues.
claimThe gut microbiota is a dynamic community of trillions of bacteria, archaea, viruses, and fungi that is primarily established at birth through interaction with the mother's microbiota.
claimThe Western diet may actively disrupt the balance and diversity of gut microbes over time due to increased food processing and the usage of antibiotics, preservatives, and other additives.
The Evolution of Human Nutrition carta.anthropogeny.org Dec 7, 2012 2 facts
claimThe intestinal microbiome functions as a partner in dietary adaptations by converting otherwise inaccessible food components into useful nutrition for the host organism.
procedureTaxonomic comparative analyses of intestinal microbiomes are conducted using high-throughput sequencing of ribosomal DNA (16S rDNA) to identify microbial taxa in the primate gut and explore the relationship between microbial communities and diet.
Pharmacological Uses of New Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal ... academia.edu 1 fact
referenceDueñas et al. (2015) conducted a survey on the modulation of gut microbiota by dietary polyphenols.
Western pattern diet | Nutrition and Dietetics | Research Starters ebsco.com 1 fact
claimProcessed foods adversely affect the gut biome by reducing the number of beneficial microbes, which researchers believe leads to an increase in harmful microbes linked to colon cancer.
Unknown source 1 fact
claimResearchers discuss the impact of the Western diet on various aspects of human health, specifically metabolism, the gut microbiome, inflammation, and cardiovascular health.
7 Major Organ Systems: Functions and Connections instituteofhumananatomy.com Nov 23, 2025 1 fact
claimThe immune system functions within the gut through the interaction of microbiota and gut-associated lymphoid tissue to defend the body against pathogens.
The Evolution of Diet - National Geographic nationalgeographic.com 1 fact
claimHuman gut bacteria digest L-carnitine, a nutrient found in meat, and a mouse study indicated that the digestion of L-carnitine boosted artery-clogging plaque.
Research reveals devastating impact of Western diet on human health news-medical.net Jun 18, 2023 1 fact
claimThe Western diet modifies the gut microbiome, which induces changes in microbiome gene expression and subsequently affects immune and inflammatory responses.
How the Modern Western Diet is Destroying Us cornellhealthcarereview.org Dec 18, 2025 1 fact
claimIndustrially manufactured ultra-processed foods, which constitute the majority of Western diets, contain artificial additives, preservatives, synthetic flavors, emulsifiers, and pesticide residues that may adversely affect the gut microbiota and compromise the integrity of the gut lining.
Origins and evolution of the Western diet: health implications for the ... scispace.com 1 fact
claimGut microbiota in children from rural Africa coevolved with a polysaccharide-rich diet, which allows them to maximize energy intake from fibers while protecting them from inflammation and noninfectious colonic diseases.
(PDF) Western Diets Implications on Health, Including Its Influence ... researchgate.net Jul 14, 2025 1 fact
claimThe review titled 'Western Diets Implications on Health, Including Its Influence on Metabolism and the Immunity' aims to outline the effects of the Western pattern diet on gut microbiota, mitochondrial fitness, and metabolism.
Inflammation: Definition, Diseases, Types, and Treatment - WebMD webmd.com Jul 14, 2024 1 fact
claimFactors that can cause chronic inflammation include lack of exercise, chronic stress, obesity, gut microbiome imbalances (too many unhealthy microbes or too few healthy microbes), poor sleep, exposure to toxins like air pollution or chemicals, tobacco use, and excessive alcohol consumption.
History of modern nutrition science—implications for current ... bmj.com Jun 13, 2018 1 fact
claimEmerging research priorities in nutrition science include determining optimal dietary composition to reduce obesity, studying interactions between prebiotics, probiotics, fermented foods, and gut microbiota, analyzing the effects of specific bioactives like fatty acids and flavonoids, advancing personalized nutrition, and investigating the influence of place and social status on health disparities.
Global Impacts of Western Diet and Its Effects on Metabolism ... - PMC pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimThe review article titled 'Global Impacts of Western Diet and Its Effects on Metabolism and ...' aims to describe the impact of the Western pattern diet on gut microbiota.