The possible mechanisms of the human microbiome in allergic diseases

The gut microbiome is a rising avenue for interventional management of mental health. This review by Berding and Cryan (2022) provides an overview of the latest scientific breakthroughs in the use of microbiome-targeted modalities for mental health management. Examples of discussed breakthroughs include the use of probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, fecal microbiota transplant and dietary interventions. […]

Claesson et al. (2012) state that there is greater inter-individual variation in intestinal microbiota among older people than younger adults. Among an elderly population (n = 178), this study found a correlation between faecal microbiota composition and residence location, no matter whether it was in the community, day-hospital, rehabilitation or in long-term residential care. And […]