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“The probiotic also altered their gut microbial composition toward a more favorable profile and increased levels of isovaleric acid and gamma-aminobutyric acid (also known as GABA), metabolites involved in melatonin production and circadian rhythm regulation, respectively.”

Zinc is an essential nutrient that influences growth and development and plays critical roles in immune function, protein synthesis, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division.

“A recent study found that children who go to bed early have distinct differences in their gut microbial populations compared to those who stay up later, potentially influencing their metabolism and overall health.”

“Circulating LPS can also bind to lipoproteins, facilitating their absorption in the liver during LDL recycling, effectively removing LPS from circulation and lowering systemic inflammation – a phenomenon demonstrated mechanistically with statins that increase lipoprotein recycling by increasing LDL receptors.”

“FTA: > Postmenopausal women with diverse gut bacteria exhibit a more favorable ratio of estrogen metabolites, which is associated with reduced risk for breast cancer, compared to women with less microbial variation, according to a new study.”

“Sleep is essential for human health. Not getting enough sleep or having poor, fragmented sleep increases a person's risk of developing many chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and depression.”

“Here’s an interesting report that didn't make it into this issue of the Digest. Micro- and nanoplastics are ubiquitous environmental pollutants. Humans encounter these pollutants through ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact, eliciting various harmful health effects. This review summarizes the current knowledge of the effects of micro- and nanoplastic exposure.”

“A recent study found that inulin, a prebiotic derived from chicory root, alters the gut microbiome, reducing the intensity of the brain's reward system activation. Researchers gave 59 overweight young to middle-aged adults 30 grams of inulin or a placebo every day for two weeks.”

“Due to the low quantities of ellagic acid in foods and the poor conversion rate, achieving a human dose comparable to that used in this study likely would require supplemental intake.”

“Mice received 50 milligrams per kilogram of urolithin A daily (in food) for eight weeks, rats received 50 milligrams per milliliter (in water) for 24 hours following a simulated heart attack, and the older adults took 1 gram of urolithin A (via supplement) or a placebo daily for two to four months.”