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The Gut Microbiome in Reproductive Health
To date, relatively few studies have focused on the gut microbiome and its relevance in female reproductive health. While there...
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The Estrobolome
The gut microbiome refers to the community of microorganisms that reside within the gastrointestinal tract. This complex ecosystem is made...
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Endometriosis – is there consensus on a role for the gut microbiome?
At present, there is no conclusive evidence regarding the role of the gut microbiome in endometriosis. A systematic review concluded...
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Eating Disorders and the Gut Microbiome
Introduction 98% of people who experience eating disorders (EDs) are diagnosed with functional gut disorders (1), such as irritable bowel...
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Gut-Brain Axis and Mental Health: Beyond Anti-Depressants
Introduction Mental health such as depression and anxiety affects around 25% of the UK population. Typically, antidepressants such as selective...
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The Regulation of Probiotics
As healthcare professionals, you may recommend probiotics to your patients in certain scenarios. This term is used in some guidelines...
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The Gut-Heart Axis: role of the gut microbiome in cardiovascular diseases
An emerging body of evidence suggests that alterations in the composition and function of the gut microbiome could be a...
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The Gut-Organ Axis
Gut-Organ Axis: An overview of the communication (‘cross talk’) between the gut and other organs. It is well established that...
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