Gut microbiome profiles in Thai healthy pregnant women and its association with types of foods.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gut microbiome colonization during early life is significant for immunological and physiological development. Maternal microbiome is associated with proper development of infants. The aim of this study was to determine the gut microbiome profiles among Thai healthy pregnant women and its associated factors.

Methods

A multicenter, open trial prospective study was performed at three hospitals in Northern, Central, and Northeastern regions of Thailand. Thai healthy pregnant women attending antenatal clinics were recruited. Fecal samples of subjects at the third trimester of pregnancy were collected with sterilized techniques. The gut microbiome profiles and bacterial diversity were assessed using 16Ss RNA gene sequencing. Demographic data, dietary intake, and anthrop

SUBMITTER: Phoonlapdacha P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8801080 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature