Megasphaera elsdenii, a Commensal Member of the Gut Microbiota, is Associated with Elevated Gas Production During In Vitro Fermentation

Medicine, Gastroenterology, Life Sciences, Microbiology,
gas production   gut microbiota   short chain fatty acids   kidney beans   sweet potatoes  

Flatulence is a common occurrence in daily life, often resulting from the fermentation of undigested food components by the gut microbiota. While flatulence is generally harmless, it can lead to discomfort, bloating, and even chronic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Certain foods, particularly those rich in dietary fiber like bean...

The Effects of Fermented Vegetables on the Gut Microbiota for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease

Medicine, Gastroenterology, Cardiovascular System, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology,
gut microbiota   cardiovascular disease   fermented vegetables   inflammation   C-reactive protein  

In recent years, the role of gut microbiota in health and disease has garnered widespread attention. Research indicates that the diversity and composition of gut microbiota are closely related to the development and progression of cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is one of the leading causes of death globally, and inflammation plays a significant ...

Seeding and Feeding Milestones: The Role of Human Milk Microbes and Oligosaccharides in the Temporal Development of Infant Gut Microbiota

Medicine, Pediatrics, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology,
breast milk   oligosaccharides   gut microbiota   infant   microbes  

The Key Role of Human Milk Microbes and Oligosaccharides in Infant Gut Microbiota Development Academic Background The development of infant gut microbiota is crucial in early life, and breastfeeding is one of the key drivers of this process. Human milk not only provides essential nutrients for infants but also contains a rich array of microbes and ...

Hydrological, Geochemical and Microbiological Controls on Iron Mineralisation in an Intermittent Stream

Earth Sciences, Geochemistry, Geochemistry, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Life Sciences, Microbiology,
iron mineralisation   agricultural stream   iron-oxidizing bacteria   iron (oxyhydr)oxide   microbial activity  

Iron is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, widely present in the Earth’s crust, water bodies, and living organisms. The redox reactions of iron in natural cycles, especially in water bodies, play a crucial role in nutrient cycling and pollutant degradation in ecosystems. However, the mechanisms of iron cycling and its interaction with micr...

Pro-inflammatory and Hyperinsulinaemic Dietary Patterns are Associated with Specific Gut Microbiome Profiles: A TwinsUK Cohort Study

Medicine, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology,
pro-inflammatory diet   hyperinsulinaemic diet   gut microbiome   insulin resistance   chronic inflammation  

In recent years, the role of the gut microbiome in human health and disease has garnered significant attention. Research indicates that gut microbial dysbiosis is closely associated with various chronic diseases, such as obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders. Diet, as a critical factor influencing the gut micr...

Speciation-Dependent Molecular Mechanism of Electron Transfer from the c-Type Cytochrome MtrC to U(VI)-Ligand Complexes

Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Geochemistry, Life Sciences, Microbiology,
c-type cytochrome   electron transfer   reduction kinetics   NMR   HR-XANES  

Uranium (U) is a radioactive element widely present in the environment, primarily existing in its hexavalent (U(VI)) and tetravalent (U(IV)) oxidation states. Under oxidizing conditions, U(VI) is the dominant stable form, while under reducing conditions, U(VI) can be reduced to U(IV). This reduction process can occur through abiotic pathways (e.g.,...