Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(5), P. 669 - 669
Published: May 5, 2025
Nonalcoholic
fatty
liver
disease
(NAFLD)
is
a
growing
global
health
concern,
impacting
approximately
32.4%
of
the
worldwide
population.
As
linked
to
metabolic
dysfunction,
NAFLD
continues
rise
alongside
increases
in
obesity,
type
2
diabetes
mellitus
(T2DM),
and
syndrome.
There
considerable
evidence
indicating
that
disproportionately
affects
racial,
ethnic,
minority
groups,
although
exact
reasons
for
these
disparities
remain
elusive.
Contributing
factors
this
may
include
socioeconomic
status,
cultural
influences,
stress,
genetic
factors,
lifestyle
choices.
Emerging
suggests
causal
could
influence
epigenetic
mechanisms,
particularly
DNA
methylation
histone
modifications,
as
well
composition
diversity
gut
microbiota.
Nevertheless,
there
scarcity
research
comprehensively
examines
interplay
between
changes
microbiome
variations
relation
across
different
racial
ethnic
populations
globally.
This
paper
intends
(i)
explore
connections
NAFLD,
disparities,
microbiota
composition,
alterations,
while
reviewing
pertinent
studies
illustrate
how
contribute
inequities
among
various
groups
impacted
by
disease;
(ii)
potential
therapeutic
targets
biomarkers
advance
management
NAFLD;
(iii)
provide
insights
enhance
our
understanding
mechanisms
associated
with
disease,
thereby
promoting
further
field.
Advancements
area
are
anticipated
susceptibilities
at-risk
new
options
its
complications.
Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: July 16, 2024
Metabolic
dysfunction-associated
steatotic
liver
disease
(MASLD),
previously
known
as
non-alcoholic
fatty
(NAFLD),
is
the
most
common
disorder
worldwide,
with
an
estimated
global
prevalence
of
more
than
31%.
steatohepatitis
(MASH),
formerly
(NASH),
a
progressive
form
MASLD
characterized
by
hepatic
steatosis,
inflammation,
and
fibrosis.
This
review
aims
to
provide
comprehensive
analysis
extrahepatic
manifestations
MASH,
focusing
on
chronic
diseases
related
cardiovascular,
muscular,
renal
systems.
A
systematic
published
studies
literature
was
conducted
summarize
findings
systemic
impacts
MASH.
The
focused
association
MASH
metabolic
comorbidities,
cardiovascular
mortality,
sarcopenia,
kidney
disease.
Mechanistic
insights
into
concept
lipotoxic
inflammatory
"spill
over"
from
MASH-affected
were
also
explored.
are
highly
associated
(50%-80%)
other
comorbidities
such
impaired
insulin
response,
type
2
diabetes,
dyslipidemia,
hypertriglyceridemia,
hypertension.
Furthermore,
90%
obese
patients
diabetes
have
Data
suggest
that
in
middle-aged
individuals
(especially
those
aged
45-54),
independent
risk
factor
for
plays
crucial
role
mediating
pathological
effects
observed.
Understanding
multifaceted
impact
heart,
muscle,
early
detection
stratification.
knowledge
timely
implementing
management
strategies
addressing
multi-organ
involvement
pathogenesis.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
178, P. 117156 - 117156
Published: July 19, 2024
Gut
microbiota
acts
as
a
critical
regulator
in
the
development
of
nonalcoholic
fatty
liver
disease
(NAFLD),
making
probiotics
promise
therapeutic
strategy.
Studies
are
needed
to
identify
beneficial
Bacteroides
strains
against
NAFLD.
ovatus
(B.
ovatus)
may
also
exhibit
therapy
effect
on
The
aim
this
work
was
evaluate
B.
NAFLD
and
examine
mechanism.
C57BL/6
J
male
mice
were
randomly
divided
into
three
groups:
control
group
(NCD)
that
received
standard
diet,
model
(M)
with
high-fat
high-cholesterol
(HFHC)
M_Bo
fed
HFFC
supplemented
ovatus.
Treatment
could
reduce
body
weight,
prevent
hepatic
steatohepatitis
injury.
Mechanistically,
induced
changes
gut
microbial
diversity
composition,
characterized
by
decreased
Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes
(F/B)
ratio
mice,
lower
abundance
Proteobacteria,
Verrucomicrobiota
at
phylum
level
Ruminococcus_torques_group,
Ruminococcus_gauvreauii_group,
Erysipelatoclostridium
genus
level,
simultaneously
remarkablely
higher
fecal
Lachnospiraceae_NK4A136_group,
norank_f__Oscillospiraceae,
Colidextribacter.
Compared
M
group,
treated
showed
an
markedly
altered
short
chain
acids
(SCFAs),
decline
serum
levels
lipopolysaccharide
(LPS),
CD163,
IL-1β,
TNF-α,
reduced
macrophages
livers.
Additionally,
treatment
caused
downregulation
genes
involved
denovo
lipogenesis
(such
Srebfl,
Acaca,
Scd1,
Fasn),
which
accompanied
upregulation
related
acid
oxidation
Ppara).
In
conclusion,
study
provides
evidence
ameliorate
modulating
gut-liver
axis.
Microorganisms,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 241 - 241
Published: Jan. 23, 2025
The
gut
microbiota
has
emerged
as
a
critical
player
in
metabolic
and
liver
health,
with
its
influence
extending
to
the
pathogenesis
progression
of
steatotic
diseases.
This
review
delves
into
gut-liver
axis,
dynamic
communication
network
linking
microbiome
through
metabolic,
immunological,
inflammatory
pathways.
Dysbiosis,
characterized
by
altered
microbial
composition,
contributes
significantly
development
hepatic
steatosis,
inflammation,
fibrosis
via
mechanisms
such
barrier
dysfunction,
metabolite
production,
systemic
inflammation.
Dietary
patterns,
including
Mediterranean
diet,
are
highlighted
for
their
role
modulating
microbiota,
improving
axis
integrity,
attenuating
injury.
Additionally,
emerging
microbiota-based
interventions,
fecal
transplantation
bacteriophage
therapy,
show
promise
therapeutic
strategies
disease.
However,
challenges
population
heterogeneity,
methodological
variability,
knowledge
gaps
hinder
translational
application
current
findings.
Addressing
these
barriers
standardized
approaches
integrative
research
will
pave
way
microbiota-targeted
therapies
mitigate
global
burden
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
72(50), P. 27679 - 27700
Published: Nov. 26, 2024
The
burgeoning
field
of
microbiome
research
has
profoundly
reshaped
our
comprehension
human
health,
particularly
highlighting
the
potential
probiotics
and
fecal
microbiota
transplantation
(FMT)
as
therapeutic
interventions.
While
benefits
traditional
are
well-recognized,
efficacy
mechanisms
remain
ambiguous,
FMT's
long-term
effects
still
being
investigated.
Recent
advancements
in
high-throughput
sequencing
have
identified
gut
microbes
with
significant
health
benefits,
paving
way
for
next-generation
(NGPs).
These
NGPs,
engineered
through
synthetic
biology
bioinformatics,
designed
to
address
specific
disease
states
enhanced
stability
viability.
This
review
synthesizes
current
on
NGP
stability,
challenges
delivery,
their
applications
preventing
treating
chronic
diseases
such
diabetes,
obesity,
cardiovascular
diseases.
We
explore
physiological
characteristics,
safety
profiles,
action
various
strains
while
also
addressing
opportunities
presented
by
integration
into
clinical
practice.
NGPs
revolutionize
microbiome-based
therapies
improve
outcomes
is
immense,
underscoring
need
further
optimize
ensure
safety.
Journal of Applied Oral Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
33
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
Objectives
The
oral
cavity
harbors
a
plethora
of
bacterial
species.
Dysbiosis
and
gut
microbiota
is
associated
with
several
systemic
pathologies,
such
as
cancer,
obesity,
diabetes,
atherosclerosis
gastrointestinal
diseases.
Imbalance
in
the
oral-gut
microbial
axis
has
been
head
neck
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(HNSCC).
This
study
aims
to
analyze
profile
HNSCC
across
various
taxonomic
units,
investigate
molecular
patterns
prevalent
phylum
HNSCC,
compare
(GI)
using
computational
analysis.
Methodology
microbe-host
transcriptomic,
proteomic,
epigenetic
analyses
GI
carcinomas
were
performed
Cancer
Microbiome
Atlas
(TCMA)
database.
differential
expression
host’s
mRNA
transcripts
proteins
tumor
microbiome
analyzed
University
Alabama
at
Birmingham
data
analysis
(UALCAN)
Clinical
Proteomic
Tumor
Analysis
Consortium
(CPTAC)
websites.
Results
A
decrease
Actinobacteria
an
enrichment
Flavobacteria
class
level,
Neisseriales,
Pasteurellales,
Campylobacterales
order
Pasteurellaceae,
Flavobacteriaceae,
Campylobacteraceae,
Peptoniphilaceae
family
Hemophilus,
Porphyromonas,
Leptotrichia
genus
level
observed
compared
normal
mucosa.
RICTOR
protein,
(HIST1H2BB,
SCARNA11,
TBC1D21
gene),
hsa-miR-200a-5p
miRNA
significantly
correlated
species
HNSCC.
major
increase
Actinobacteria,
Fusobacteria,
Spirochaetes
was
carcinoma.
Conclusion
dysbiosis,
reflected
by
abundance
carcinomas,
suggests
implication
their
genomic
interactions
host
carcinogenesis.
Microorganisms,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(3), P. 549 - 549
Published: Feb. 28, 2025
The
composition
of
the
human
microbiome
is
a
critical
health
indicator,
and
culture-independent
methodologies
have
substantially
advanced
our
understanding
human-associated
microorganisms.
However,
precise
identification
characterization
microbial
strains
require
culture-based
techniques.
Recently,
resurgence
culturomics,
combined
with
high-throughput
sequencing
technology,
has
reduced
high
labor
demand
pure
culture
methods,
facilitating
more
efficient
comprehensive
acquisition
culturable
strains.
This
study
employed
an
integrated
approach
combining
culturomic
to
identify
microorganisms
on
scalp
in
saliva
feces.
Several
Staphylococcus
were
identified
from
scalp,
whereas
anaerobic
dominant
fecal
samples.
Additionally,
highlighted
beneficial
effects
transportation
conditions
(liquid
nitrogen
treatment,
dry
ice
transport,
dimethyl
sulfoxide
[DMSO]
buffer)
preserving
A
robust
methodology
was
developed
for
large-scale
optimized
transport
that
enhance
potential
isolating
greater
diversity
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
23(1)
Published: March 4, 2025
Naringenin
(NAR)
possesses
various
pharmacological
activities
including
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory,
and
hepatoprotective
effects.
However,
its
therapeutic
efficacy
is
limited
by
hydrophobic
crystalline
nature.
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
the
potential
molecular
mechanisms
of
NAR
efficiently
loaded
into
cationic
nanoparticles
(NP-NAR)
for
treating
metabolic
dysfunction-associated
steatotic
liver
disease
(MASLD)
in
a
mouse
model.
The
results
demonstrated
that
NP-NAR
effectively
ameliorated
lipid
metabolism
dysbiosis,
oxidative
stress,
insulin
resistance,
inflammation
MASLD
mice.
Transcriptomic
analysis
data
revealed
promoted
fatty
acid
oxidation
via
activation
PPAR
signaling
pathway,
reduced
hepatic
uptake
lipogenesis
inhibiting
expressions
key
genes
CD36,
ACC,
FASN.
Moreover,
modulated
cholesterol
classical
bile
synthesis
pathway.
16
S
rDNA
gene
sequencing
disbalanced
gut
microbiota
mice,
whereas
treatment
statistically
reversed
abundance
changes
several
intestinal
bacteria
at
phylum
genus
levels,
which
partly
contributed
balance
metabolite
production,
short-chain
acids.
In
conclusion,
these
findings
suggest
may
be
promising
candidate
obesity-associated
MASLD,
offering
new
insight
underlying
NAR's
against
MASLD.
Frontiers in Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: March 5, 2025
Metabolic
Dysfunction-Associated
Steatotic
Liver
Disease
(MASLD)
is
a
prevalent
chronic
liver
condition
characterized
by
lipid
accumulation
and
inflammation,
often
progressing
to
severe
damage.
We
aim
review
the
pathophysiology,
diagnostics,
clinical
care
of
MASLD,
highlights
advances
in
proteomic
technologies.
Recent
proteomics
technologies
have
improved
identification
novel
biomarkers
therapeutic
targets,
offering
insight
into
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
MASLD
progression.
focus
on
application
mass
spectrometry-based
including
single
cell
proteomics,
proteogenomics,
extracellular
vesicle
(EV-omics),
exposomics
for
biomarker
discovery,
emphasizing
potential
blood-based
panels
noninvasive
diagnosis
personalized
medicine.
Future
research
directions
are
presented
develop
targeted
therapies
improve
outcomes
patients.