Digestive Diseases and Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
69(6), P. 2026 - 2043
Published: April 15, 2024
Gastrointestinal
transit
(GIT)
is
influenced
by
factors
including
diet,
medications,
genetics,
and
gut
microbiota,
with
slow
GIT
potentially
indicating
a
functional
disorder
linked
to
conditions,
such
as
constipation.
Although
studies
have
utilized
various
animal
models,
few
effectively
model
spontaneous
GIT.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
71(44), P. 16568 - 16580
Published: Oct. 24, 2023
Constipation,
a
common
gastrointestinal
dysfunction,
damages
patients'
life
quality
and
predisposes
them
to
other
serious
diseases.
Current
strategies
against
constipation
often
cause
drug
dependency
side
effects.
Here,
we
demonstrated
that
broccoli-derived
exosome-like
nanoparticles
(BENs),
natural
product
with
high
stability,
ameliorated
LOP-induced
in
mice.
Specifically,
orally
administered
BENs
(17.5
mg/kg/d)
effectively
shortened
defecation
time,
sped
up
intestinal
propulsion
rate,
increased
feces
amount
constipated
also
raised
excitatory
neurotransmitters
SP
MTL
reduced
inhibitory
VIP
ET-1.
Mechanistically,
were
taken
by
gut
microbes,
restored
LOP-disordered
microbiota,
altered
microbial
metabolism
of
SCFAs
tryptophan,
as
evidenced
the
results
fluorescence
microscopy,
16S
rRNA
gene
sequencing,
nontargeted
metabolomics.
Thereinto,
BEN-enriched
SCFA-producing
microorganisms
are
closely
associated
levels
BEN-elevated
indole-3-pyruvic
acid
3-indoleacetic
highly
linked
ET-1,
SP,
levels.
Conclusively,
BENs,
mitigating
regulating
microbiota
tryptophan
metabolism,
showed
potential
be
developed
alternative
regimens
for
constipation.
Gut Microbes,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(2)
Published: Nov. 27, 2023
Our
previous
work
revealed
that
unbalanced
dietary
intake
was
an
important
independent
factor
associated
with
constipation
and
gastrointestinal
(GI)
symptoms
in
children
autism
spectrum
disorder
(ASD).
Growing
evidence
has
shown
the
alterations
gut
microbiota
microbiota-derived
metabolites
ASD.
However,
how
altered
might
affect
associations
between
diets
GI
ASD
remains
unknown.
We
analyzed
microbiome
metabolomics
data
90
typically
developing
(TD)
based
on
16S
rRNA
untargeted
metabolomics,
together
assessment.
found
there
existed
11
(FDR-corrected
P-value
<0.05)
397
(P-value
compared
TD
children.
Among
microbiota,
Turicibacter,
Coprococcus
1,
Lachnospiraceae
FCS020
group
were
positively
correlated
<0.25).
The
Eggerthellaceae
total
More
importantly,
three
increased
including
modulated
of
symptoms,
decreased
Clostridium
sp.
BR31
negatively
their
<0.05).
Together,
strengthens
relationship
symptoms.
metabolites,
ten
derived
from
(Turicibacter,
Eggerthellaceae,
BR31)
screened
out,
enriched
eight
metabolic
pathways,
identified
to
correlate
These
findings
further
support
modulating
role
Collectively,
our
research
provides
insights
into
diet,
Journal of Functional Foods,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
116, P. 106158 - 106158
Published: April 7, 2024
Disruptions
in
the
gut
microbiota
can
impede
gene
expression
and
metabolic
enzyme
activity,
thereby
precipitating
onset
of
diverse
ailments.
Spirulina
polysaccharides,
which
are
characterized
by
their
high
molecular
weight
composed
multiple
monosaccharides
connected
glycosidic
bonds,
demonstrate
notable
biological
activity.
Gut
possesses
ability
to
break
down
polysaccharides
into
butyrate,
short-chain
fatty
acids,
other
metabolites
that
be
readily
absorbed
utilized
human
body.
Furthermore,
have
capacity
modulate
composition
products
microbiota,
thus
fostering
general
well-being
averting
diseases.
This
study
reviews
summarizes
critically
examines
consolidates
significant
regulatory
impacts
on
elucidating
structural
attributes
potential
mechanisms
operation.
These
findings
offer
a
valuable
point
reference
for
subsequent
advancement
prebiotic
foods
preparations
based
polysaccharides.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 17, 2024
Constipation
is
a
prevalent
gastrointestinal
disorder
affecting
approximately
15%
of
the
global
population,
leading
to
significant
healthcare
burdens.
Emerging
evidence
suggests
that
gut
microbiota
plays
pivotal
role
in
pathogenesis
constipation,
although
causality
remains
uncertain
due
potential
confounding
factors
observational
studies.
This
study
aims
clarify
causal
relationships
between
and
constipation
using
bidirectional
Mendelian
Randomization
(MR)
approach,
which
helps
overcome
issues
reverse
causality.
BMC Gastroenterology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: Aug. 19, 2024
Constipation
is
one
of
the
most
common
gastrointestinal
disorders
afflicting
population,
with
recent
observational
studies
implicating
dysfunction
gut
microbiota
in
constipation.
Despite
indicating
a
relationship,
clear
causality
remains
unclear.
This
study
aims
to
use
two-sample
Mendelian
randomization
(MR)
establish
clearer
causal
relationship
between
two.
Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: Sept. 17, 2024
Background
The
relationship
between
dysbiosis
of
the
gastrointestinal
microbiota
and
gastric
cancer
(GC)
has
been
extensively
studied.
However,
alterations
in
GC
patients
vary
widely
across
studies,
reproducible
diagnostic
biomarkers
for
early
are
still
lacking
multiple
populations.
Thus,
this
study
aimed
to
characterize
microbial
communities
involved
carcinogenesis
through
a
meta-analysis
published
open
datasets.
Methods
We
analyzed
16S
rRNA
sequencing
data
from
1,642
biopsy
samples
394
stool
11
independent
studies.
VSEARCH,
QIIME
R
packages
such
as
vegan,
phyloseq,
cooccur,
random
forest
were
used
processing
analysis.
PICRUSt
software
was
employed
predict
functions.
Results
α-diversity
results
indicated
significant
differences
intratumoral
compared
non-cancer
patients,
while
no
observed
fecal
microbiota.
Network
analysis
showed
that
positive
correlation
with
GC-enriched
bacteria
increased,
GC-depleted
decreased
healthy
individuals.
Functional
analyses
pathways
related
carbohydrate
metabolism
significantly
enriched
GC,
biosynthesis
unsaturated
fatty
acids
diminished.
Additionally,
we
investigated
non-
Helicobacter
pylori
(HP)
commensals,
which
crucial
both
HP
-negative
-positive
GC.
Random
models,
constructed
using
specific
taxa
associated
identified
LEfSe
analysis,
revealed
combination
Lactobacillus
Streptococcus
included
alone
could
effectively
discriminate
individuals
(area
under
curve
(AUC)
=
0.7949).
This
finding
also
validated
an
cohort
(AUC
0.7712).
Conclusions
examined
dual
microecological
perspective
Lactobacillus,
Streptococcus,
Roseburia,
Faecalibacterium
Phascolarctobacterium
intestinal-specific
co-differential
bacteria.
Furthermore,
it
confirmed
validity
GC-specific
markers
populations,
may
aid
non-invasive
diagnosis
Postgraduate Medical Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 16, 2024
Abstract
Chronic
constipation
is
a
prevalent
clinical
condition.
Its
etiology
and
pathogenesis
have
not
yet
been
fully
understood.
In
recent
years,
mounting
evidence
suggests
close
association
between
chronic
intestinal
dysbiosis,
including
alterations
in
the
colony
structure
metabolites,
as
well
modulation
of
bowel
movements
via
brain–gut–microbiota
axis.
With
deepening
related
research,
probiotic-related
therapies
are
expected
to
become
potential
first-line
treatment
for
future.
this
review,
we
summarize
current
research
insights
into
intricate
relationships
gut
microbiota
briefly
discuss
several
different
approaches
treating
constipation.
The
findings
from
review
may
advance
our
understanding
pathological
mechanisms
underlying
and,
ultimately,
translate
them
improvements
patient
care.
Journal of Inflammation Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 18, P. 565 - 572
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Sleep
disturbance
is
an
immune-related
disease,
and
the
gut-brain
axis
important
regulatory
pathway.
This
cross-sectional
study
was
designed
to
address
these
associations
between
complement
C4,
habitual
constipation,
sleep
presents
a
reference
for
prevention
treatment
of
disturbance.
Based
on
China
Hainan
Centenarian
Cohort
Study,
Pittsburgh
Quality
Index
(PSQI)
used
evaluate
following
standard
procedure.
Complement
C4
constipation
were
assessed
groups
with
without
by
enzyme
colorimetry
Intestinal
Health
Questionnaire,
respectively.
A
total
1621
participants
included
prevalence
being
30.41%.
significantly
lower
(24
mg/dL
versus
25
mg/dL,
P
<
0.05)
higher
(19.88%
14.27%,
in
group
than
Multiple
linear
regression
models
detected
negative
association
PSQI
(β:
-0.030,
95%
confidence
interval
[CI]:
-0.052--0.008,
positive
0.610,
CI:
0.145-1.074,
0.05).
In
multiple
logistic
models,
negatively
associated
(odds
ratio:
0.978,
0.963-0.993,
0.05),
positively
1.609,
1.194-2.168,
The
present
provides
epidemiological
evidence
that
oldest-old
centenarian
Chinese
adults,
which
expands
knowledge
elderly
population
new
insights
pathways
regulating
immune
factors
intestinal
function.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: March 12, 2025
Autism
Spectrum
Disorder
(ASD)
is
a
neurodevelopmental
disorder
characterized
by
difficulties
in
social
interaction
and
communication,
repetitive
stereotyped
behaviors,
restricted
interests,
sensory
abnormalities.
Its
etiology
influenced
both
genetic
environmental
factors,
with
no
definitive
cause
identified
specific
pharmacological
treatments
available,
posing
significant
burden
on
patients’
families
society.
In
recent
years,
research
has
discovered
that
gut
microbiota
dysbiosis
plays
crucial
role
the
pathogenesis
of
ASD.
The
can
influence
brain
function
behavior
through
gut-brain
axis
via
nervous
system,
immune
metabolic
pathways.
On
one
hand,
microbes
such
as
Clostridium
Prevotella
species
are
found
to
be
abnormal
ASD
patients,
their
products,
like
short-chain
fatty
acids,
serotonin,
GABA,
also
involved
pathological
process
other
patients
exhibit
system
dysfunction,
cells
related
cytokines
affecting
neural
activities
brain.
Currently,
intervention
methods
targeting
microbiota,
probiotics,
prebiotics,
fecal
transplantation,
have
shown
some
potential
improving
symptoms.
However,
more
studies
needed
explore
long-term
effects
optimal
treatment
protocols.
This
paper
reviews
mechanisms
interrelationships
among
discusses
challenges
future
directions
existing
research,
aiming
provide
new
insights
for
prevention
Frontiers in Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: March 31, 2025
Objective
To
examine
the
potential
association
between
dietary
index
of
gut
microbiota
(DI-GM)
scores
and
constipation
in
adult
women
United
States.
Methods
This
cross-sectional
study
used
data
from
participants
2005–2010
US
National
Health
Survey
(NHANES).
The
missing
values
covariables
were
filled
by
multiple
interpolation.
Multivariate
logistic
regression
models
to
determine
odds
ratios
(OR)
95%
confidence
intervals
(CI)
for
DI-GM
constipation.
Subgroup
analyses
also
performed
possible
interactions
Results
Of
7,325
subjects,
887
reported
constipations,
with
a
prevalence
12.1%.
After
adjustment
multivariate
modeling,
score
was
significantly
associated
(0.92
[95%
CI
0.87–0.96];
p
=
0.001).
Similar
results
found
beneficial
(OR
0.89
0.84
0.95];
0.
001).
revealed
that
relationship
remained
stable
(
>
0.05).
Conclusion
negatively
incidence
female
population.
Clinicians
should
consider
influence
structure
on
treatment
women.
Dietary
intervention
can
be
an
important
strategy
comprehensive