Microbiome, Immunity, Digestive Health and Nutrition

Microbiome, Immunity, Digestive Health and Nutrition addresses a wide range of topics related to the role of nutrition in achieving and maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. Written by leading experts in the field, the book outlines the various foods, minerals, vitamins, dietary fibers, prebiotics and probiotics, nutritional supplements, phytochemicals, and drugs that improve gut health. The book also specifically addresses the molecular and cellular mechanisms and pathways by which these nutritional components contribute to the physiology and functionality of a healthy gut microbiome and gut health. Intended for nutrition researchers and practitioners, food experts, gastroenterologists, nurses and general practitioners, public health officials, and health professionals, Microbiome, Immunity, Digestive Health and Nutrition is sure to be a welcomed resource. Outlines the nutritional guidelines and healthy lifestyle that are important to boost gut health Demonstrates the effects of diverse environmental stressors in the disruption of the gastrointestinal ecology Discusses the molecular and immunological mechanisms associated with healthy gut microbiome functions Addresses how to boost healthy gut microflora and microbiome Suggests areas for future research of microbiome-based nutrition and therapies