Comparative Aspects of Nutrient Effects on the Intestinal Microbiome in Humans and Other Animals
Speakers:
Christian Hoffmann, PhD
Event date: 11 April 2024
The symbiotic relationships between human and animal hosts and their gut microbiomes are deeply rooted in ancient co-evolutionary processes that shaped both composition and function of the gut microbiomes. Diet exerts a profound influence on the composition and function of the gut microbiome, and the intricate interactions between dietary components and microbiota shape metabolic pathways, modulate immune responses, and contribute to overall host health. Carbohydrates in particular play a fundamental role in shaping the gut microbiome.
This session reveals how scientists’ understanding of the host-microbiome relationship has evolved and revealed a complex interplay among diet, host genetics, microbiota, and consequent health.
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