Black and white US women have gut microbiome differences, and these may be associated with insulin resistance, a risk factor for diabetes

A study in mice found that early life exposure to persistent organic pollutants, such as TCDF, disrupts the gut microbiome and leads to metabolic disorders. The altered microbiome is associated with changes in bacterial species, including Akkermansia muciniphila, which plays a crucial role in overall gut health.

Researchers tracked six NCAA Division I football players over a season and found that non-concussive head impacts correlated with changes to the gut microbiome. The study suggests that even sub-symptomatic head impacts might affect the gut microbiome, both in the immediate aftermath of injury and over a longer time course.

A new review connects gut microbiome imbalances to obesity, metabolic syndrome, and colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential for diet and microbiome-based treatments. The study also explores racial and socioeconomic disparities in microbiome-related diseases, emphasizing the need for inclusive prevention strategies.

A study published in RMD Open found that specific oral microbiome imbalances may contribute to the development of hand osteoarthritis by influencing systemic inflammation and gut microbiome dysbiosis. The research suggests a potential role for the oral-gut microbiome axis in symptomatic hand arthritis pathogenesis.

Researchers developed a 3D microscopic version of the human intestines on a chip, allowing for real-time examination of gut microbes' interactions with the human intestine. The 'Gut-Microbiome on a chip' model enables the study of complex interplay between gut microbes and health, facilitating targeted microbiome-based interventions.

A study by Ohio State University researcher Nima Dahir found that Black immigrants can act as a buffer between Black and white residents, increasing the white population in neighborhoods with a high native-born Black presence. The influx of Black immigrants led to a decrease in native-born Black residents and an increase in non-Hispani...