What is the relationship between a plant-based diet and the gut microbiome? Nutrients_MDPI MonashMalaysia vegan plantbased plants microbiome diet
By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D.Mar 28 2023Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLM A recent study published in the Nutrients journal conducted a systematic review of the impact of various plant-based diets on gut microbiota.
In this study, researchers have reviewed the existing literature to understand how certain diets lead to gut dysbiosis, negatively impacting disease progression. Increased awareness of animal rights and animal cruelty linked to animal-based food production has also enhanced the number of plant-based diet consumers. Some other factors that have increased adherence to a vegetarian diet are food allergies, weight maintenance, mental well-being, and family influences.
About the study The current review included pre–post-intervention studies, randomized controlled trials, and non-randomized trials associated with the impact of plant-based diets on gut microbiota. It included studies on adults who were on a plant-based diet. Their gut microbiota was quantified from stool samples using a molecular sequencing technique targeting the 16s ribosomal ribonucleic acid gene.
SCFAs are known to improve immunity in the host. They are also associated with neuron function, maturation, and blood–brain barrier function maintenance. SCFAs promote metabolism and prevent obesity. A healthy human gut comprises many butyrate-producing bacteria, such as Roseburia, Ruminococcaceae, Lachnospiraceae, Blautia, and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii. Butyrate is a metabolite with many physiological activities, such as improvement in the intestinal barrier through upregulation of the tight junctions.
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