https://microbiome.news/ Microbiome News reports the latest microbiome research, science and industry news for a scientifically literate reader — sourced reporting on the human microbiome with primary sources, clear caveats, and no hype. en Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:01:01 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/diet-diversity-linked-to-prepregnancy-bmi-but-not-gut-microbiota https://microbiome.news/posts/diet-diversity-linked-to-prepregnancy-bmi-but-not-gut-microbiota A new study explores the relationship between dietary diversity, prepregnancy BMI, and gut microbiota diversity in the third trimester of pregnancy. Science Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotic-supplementation-in-pcos-a-closer-look-at-hormonal-effects https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotic-supplementation-in-pcos-a-closer-look-at-hormonal-effects A new study explores the impact of Saccharomyces boulardii on hormonal levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), revealing potential benefits on testosterone and DHEA-S levels. Science Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-tranexamic-acid-s-role-in-preventing-anastomotic-leaks https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-tranexamic-acid-s-role-in-preventing-anastomotic-leaks A new clinical trial protocol investigates the feasibility of using tranexamic acid to prevent anastomotic leaks after rectal cancer surgery, with an embedded microbiome analysis. Therapeutics Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/urbanization-s-impact-on-microbial-diversity-and-elderly-health https://microbiome.news/posts/urbanization-s-impact-on-microbial-diversity-and-elderly-health A new study examines how urbanization affects microbial diversity in care facilities, influencing elderly health outcomes such as frailty and cognitive decline. Science Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/dietary-patterns-for-obesity-in-ckd-a-review-of-options https://microbiome.news/posts/dietary-patterns-for-obesity-in-ckd-a-review-of-options A new review evaluates the suitability of Mediterranean, plant-forward, and low-carbohydrate diets for managing obesity in individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Science Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-nutritional-paradox-in-chronic-kidney-disease https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-nutritional-paradox-in-chronic-kidney-disease A new study examines the complex interplay of metabolic and hormonal factors in protein-energy wasting among CKD patients, proposing a novel therapeutic framework. Science Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/surviving-the-heat-probiotic-b-infantis-m-63-in-infant-formula https://microbiome.news/posts/surviving-the-heat-probiotic-b-infantis-m-63-in-infant-formula A new study investigates whether the probiotic Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis M-63 can survive in infant formula prepared under WHO guidelines, reaching the neonatal gut. Science Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/phocaeicola-vulgatus-a-microbial-ally-against-obesity https://microbiome.news/posts/phocaeicola-vulgatus-a-microbial-ally-against-obesity New research explores how Phocaeicola vulgatus may influence obesity through arginine production and retinoic acid signaling. Science Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/understanding-the-gut-brain-axis-in-inflammatory-bowel-disease https://microbiome.news/posts/understanding-the-gut-brain-axis-in-inflammatory-bowel-disease A new review explores the complex interactions of the gut-brain axis in IBD, highlighting mechanisms behind neurological and psychiatric comorbidities. Gut–Brain Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/sodium-fluoride-s-impact-on-gut-and-liver-health-explored https://microbiome.news/posts/sodium-fluoride-s-impact-on-gut-and-liver-health-explored A new study investigates how sodium fluoride affects the gut microbiota and its link to liver and intestinal injury, using network toxicology and 16S rRNA sequencing. Science Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-multiple-myeloma-treatment-response https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-multiple-myeloma-treatment-response A new study examines how gut microbiome composition may influence the effectiveness of CD38 antibody therapy in relapsed multiple myeloma patients. Science Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/quercetin-s-role-in-combating-vascular-calcification-in-ckd https://microbiome.news/posts/quercetin-s-role-in-combating-vascular-calcification-in-ckd A new review explores how quercetin, a natural flavonoid, may influence vascular calcification associated with chronic kidney disease through various molecular pathways. Science Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-immunochemotherapy-resistance https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-immunochemotherapy-resistance A new study explores how gut bacteria and metabolites can influence treatment resistance in non-small cell lung cancer, highlighting potential microbiome-linked strategies. Science Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotic-strain-shows-promise-in-modulating-gut-brain-axis https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotic-strain-shows-promise-in-modulating-gut-brain-axis A new study explores how Bifidobacterium pseudocatenulatum AL44 may influence cognitive function through gut-brain interactions in a mouse model. Gut–Brain Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotics-and-ventilator-associated-pneumonia-in-children https://microbiome.news/posts/probiotics-and-ventilator-associated-pneumonia-in-children A systematic review evaluates the impact of probiotics on ventilator-associated pneumonia and other outcomes in critically ill children, highlighting both potential benefits and limitations. Science Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiota-fermented-trisaccharide-shows-potential-against-campylo https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiota-fermented-trisaccharide-shows-potential-against-campylo A new study investigates how a fucose-rich trisaccharide, fermented by gut microbiota, impacts the pathogen Campylobacter jejuni, offering insights into potential dietary interventions. Science Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-yi-yi-fu-zi-bai-jiang-san-s-role-in-colorectal-cancer https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-yi-yi-fu-zi-bai-jiang-san-s-role-in-colorectal-cancer A new review examines the traditional formulation Yi-Yi-Fu-Zi-Bai-Jiang-San, highlighting its potential mechanisms in combating colorectal cancer. Science Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/evaluating-early-fmt-for-clostridioides-difficile-infection https://microbiome.news/posts/evaluating-early-fmt-for-clostridioides-difficile-infection A new clinical trial investigates the potential benefits of early fecal microbiota transplantation for patients experiencing their first episode or recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection. Therapeutics Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/genome-completeness-reveals-new-insights-into-gut-microbiome-ecology https://microbiome.news/posts/genome-completeness-reveals-new-insights-into-gut-microbiome-ecology A new study highlights the importance of complete genomes in understanding metabolic interactions within the gut microbiome and their implications for human health. Science Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/tracking-microbiota-changes-in-short-bowel-syndrome-with-antibiotics https://microbiome.news/posts/tracking-microbiota-changes-in-short-bowel-syndrome-with-antibiotics A new study explores how antimicrobial therapy affects intestinal microbiota in short bowel syndrome, using next-generation sequencing to track changes. Science Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/the-role-of-innate-lymphoid-cells-in-metabolic-syndrome https://microbiome.news/posts/the-role-of-innate-lymphoid-cells-in-metabolic-syndrome A new review explores how innate lymphoid cells, diet, and gut microbiota interact in metabolic syndrome, highlighting potential pathways for future research. Science Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-and-metabolites-linked-to-steroid-response-in-nasal-pol https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-and-metabolites-linked-to-steroid-response-in-nasal-pol A new study explores the role of gut microbiome and plasma metabolites in predicting glucocorticoid responsiveness in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Science Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-chemotherapy-induced-fatigue-explored https://microbiome.news/posts/gut-microbiome-s-role-in-chemotherapy-induced-fatigue-explored A new study investigates how fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) affects chemotherapy-induced fatigue in mice, highlighting the complex relationship between gut microbes and treatment side effects. Science Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-microbiota-gut-brain-axis-in-stress-responses https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-microbiota-gut-brain-axis-in-stress-responses A new review examines how metabolites like GABA, serotonin, and kynurenine influence stress resilience through the microbiota-gut-brain axis. Gut–Brain Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/the-role-of-bile-acids-in-nutrient-sensing-and-metabolism https://microbiome.news/posts/the-role-of-bile-acids-in-nutrient-sensing-and-metabolism A new review explores how bile acids function as signaling molecules, integrating nutrient signals to regulate metabolism and immune responses. Science Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/antibiotic-associated-diarrhea-in-sepsis-linked-to-gut-dysbiosis https://microbiome.news/posts/antibiotic-associated-diarrhea-in-sepsis-linked-to-gut-dysbiosis A new study finds that the composition of gut microbiota before antibiotic treatment in sepsis patients can influence the risk of developing antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Science Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/intestinal-flagellin-linked-to-systemic-inflammation-in-long-covid https://microbiome.news/posts/intestinal-flagellin-linked-to-systemic-inflammation-in-long-covid A new study identifies a gut-driven mechanism involving flagellin and TLR5 as a potential driver of systemic inflammation in long COVID and other inflammatory diseases. Science Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-bile-acid-microbiota-axis-in-ibs-subtypes https://microbiome.news/posts/exploring-the-bile-acid-microbiota-axis-in-ibs-subtypes A new study investigates the differences in bile acid profiles and gut microbiota compositions between IBS with constipation and diarrhea, revealing distinct microbial and metabolic patterns. Science Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/breast-milk-composition-altered-by-alpha-linolenic-acid-intake https://microbiome.news/posts/breast-milk-composition-altered-by-alpha-linolenic-acid-intake A new study reveals that increased dietary intake of alpha-linolenic acid can modify the nutritional and non-nutritional characteristics of breast milk and impact the microbiota of neonates. Science Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://microbiome.news/posts/metabolic-and-microbiota-changes-in-bipolar-disorder-treatment https://microbiome.news/posts/metabolic-and-microbiota-changes-in-bipolar-disorder-treatment A new study explores how different antipsychotic treatments combined with lithium carbonate affect metabolic parameters and gut microbiota in patients with bipolar disorder experiencing manic episodes. Science Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000