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“The gut microbiota is composed of the community of bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses that live in the human intestine. Dietary components influence the composition and activity of the microbiota.”

“This is an awesome area of research, and, as you might've expected, not something that has yet been replicated in infant formula. Learn more about HMOs (at 37:14) and much, much more about the human gut microbiota with this video interview featuring Justin and Erica Sonnenburg, authors of The Good Gut.”

“The gut virome – the collection of viruses inhabiting the gut – plays a crucial role in shaping the immune system and defending against infections throughout the lifespan. A new study shows that centenarians' viromes differ from those of younger people, potentially contributing to their longevity.”

“Adult sugar-fed rats exhibited impaired performance on memory tasks associated with the hippocampus, but not other memory centers. The authors discovered that sugar consumption led to an increase in Parabacteroides bacteria in the gut that correlated with impaired hippocampal function.”

“FTA: > Emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life, can alter the gut microbiota composition and localization to induce intestinal inflammation that promotes the development of inflammatory bowel disease and metabolic syndrome, new research shows.”

“00:24:30 - Gut inflammation is common among people with autism. 00:24:45 - 5-HTP bypasses the normal tryptophan hydroxylase conversion, allowing it to be converted into serotonin more rapidly, so it can be absorbed in the gut instead of the brain.”

“This is further evidence that gut bacteria can affect brain integrity through inflammatory-mediated processes. The lead researchers in this study plan on looking at the gut microbiome in patients that are susceptible to these kinds of strokes and seizures.”

“Related Resources Learn more about how the gut microbiome regulates immune cell production, including regulatory T cells, in this video. Learn more about how autophagy improves cancer surveillance by the immune system in this clip with Dr. Guido Kroemer.”

“Cocaine affects nearly every organ system in the body, including the gastrointestinal system, drastically altering the gut microbiome. It also increases dopamine levels in the brain, creating a memory of the dopamine reward and strengthening the association between the drug and the pleasurable feelings it produces.”

“Germ-free mice given Leuconostoc mesenteroides excreted more nanoplastics in their feces than untreated controls, suggesting reduced absorption in the gut. The experiments show that these bacteria bind nanoplastics to their surfaces, suggesting that the particles remain intact rather than being broken down.”