Effect of Diet Change on Gut Microbiota: Observational Pilot Study of Four Urban Couples.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recent studies have focused on changes in gut microbiota following a dietary change. We identified how the distribution of gut microbiota changed when the dietary habits of young city dwellers improved using an intervention in which married couples shared the same dietary habits.

Methods

Four married couples in their 30s with irregular eating habits and sedentary lifestyles were asked whether they had any uncomfortable symptoms. A nutritionist advised them to reduce their intake of processed meats, carbonated beverages, and late-night snacks. After a 6-week intervention, subjects were asked whether they observed any changes in their symptoms. Their stool samples were collected before and after the intervention and analyzed to determine whether the gut microbiota h

SUBMITTER: Roh Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6489472 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature