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Microbiome Insight of the Month – June
Oral microbiome’s impact on mental health during pregnancy Introduction Good maternal mental health is vital for the well-being of both mother and infant. However, research suggests that as many …
Microbiome Insight of the Month – May
A randomised controlled trial of environmental richness on gastrointestinal symptoms, salivary cortisol, and gut microbiota in early childhood. Introduction GI issues are common in young children and can affect their …
Microbiome Insight of the Month – April
Bacterial vaginosis: male-partner treatment may prevent recurrence Published in The New England Journal of Medicine, March 2025. Introduction Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection affecting approximately 1 in 3 reproductive age …
Microbiome Insight of the Month – March
Akkermansia beyond muciniphila – a new species emerges Introduction Akkermansia muciniphila is a frequent and abundant bacteria in the adult gut microbiome and often a key species of interest when reviewing …
The Newborn Microbiome – A Mother’s Legacy
We can inherit many things from our parents, the colour of our eyes, our height, even various likes and dislikes. When it comes to health, one of the most important …
Cardiovascular Health and the Microbiome
As science continues to unravel the complexity of the gut microbiome, increasing evidence confirms an association between our microbial communities and heart health. Cardiovascular disease encompasses a range of conditions …
Microbiome Insight of the Month – February
“Novel Dietary Index for Gut Microbiota (DI-GM) linked with Lower Risk of Constipation” Background Different dietary patterns are associated with alterations to the gut microbiota and frequency of bowel …
Invivo’s #GutGardenChallenge
Just as a vibrant garden thrives on a diversity of species, so does our gut’s microbiome. That’s why we created the Gut Garden Challenge – to eat 30 unique plants …
Prebiotics: You are what your microbes eat.
In a world where more and more people are showing interest in the human microbiome and their own gut health, navigating the expanding world of ‘biotics’ can be confusing. While …
How To Support Your Microbiome in Autumn
With the arrival of autumn, there’s a renewed emphasis on the well-being of your microbiome. Just as the leaves undergo a transformation during this season, it’s time to consider a …
Alzheimer’s and the Oral Microbiome
Will flossing actually improve your brain health? Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the mouth was a long-forgotten part of the body. We took it for granted, not appreciating that similar …
The Vaginal Microbiome and it’s Role in Conception
The microbes that live within and on us are an important component of what makes us human. Every different area of our body has an affinity with different types of …