BMC Microbiol February 2022 PMID 35114943

Yoghurt consumption is associated with changes in the composition of the human gut microbiome and metabolome.

Caroline Ivanne Le Roy, Alexander Kurilshikov, Emily R Leeming, Alessia Visconti, Ruth C E Bowyer, Cristina Menni, Mario Falchi, Hana Koutnikova, Patrick Veiga, Alexandra Zhernakova, Muriel Derrien, Tim D Spector

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions reflect a strong consensus on the health benefits of yoghurt, citing its role in improving gut microflora and reducing visceral fat, with language that promotes eating more yoghurt as a way to support overall health. Examples like 'support your gut' and 'more yoghurt = healthy gut' highlight positive attitudes, while references to research findings reinforce the perceived impact of the study.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly support the positive associations between yoghurt consumption and gut health, praising the findings and emphasizing benefits.

InterestHigh interest

The conversations show high curiosity about the health implications, with enthusiasm expressed through phrases like 'support your gut' and 'better health & performance.'

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific outcomes such as reduced visceral fat and microbiome changes, indicating thoughtful engagement, though some comments are more superficial exclamations.

ImpactHigh impact

The overall tone suggests these discussions influence opinions about diet and health, with many emphasizing the potential benefits of yoghurt as a health intervention.

Abstract in brief

  • Yoghurt consumption is linked to beneficial changes in the gut microbiome and metabolome, including higher levels of specific bacteria like Streptococcus thermophilus and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp lactis, which may contribute to health benefits such as reduced visceral fat and improved metabolic health.
  • The study, involving over 1000 UK twins, found that regular yoghurt consumers tend to have healthier diets and metabolic profiles, with the presence of yoghurt-related bacteria in the gut being sometimes transient, depending on recent yoghurt intake.
  • Metabolomics analyses indicated that B. animalis subsp lactis is associated with fecal metabolites involved in gut inflammation regulation, suggesting a possible mechanism through which yoghurt consumption may support gut health and reduce risks related to obesity and conditions like type 2 diabetes.]

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GutMicrobiota Health
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Little is known on whether yoghurt benefits are related to changes in the gut microbiota. @timspector et al. show yoghurt consumption is associated with reduced visceral fat mass and transient increase of yoghurt-contained species in the gut microbiota https://t.co/oWwy39qxGz

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Metagenomics Papers
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Yoghurt consumption is associated with changes in the composition of the human gut microbiome and metabolome https://t.co/HI0PjTJtl4

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Yoghurt consumption is associated with a healthier dietary pattern, reduced visceral fat mass and a transient increase in the gut of bacterial species used in the making of yoghurt, according to an article published in #BMCMicrobiol. https://t.co/N8j4pYc0sJ

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@addict38 @ledauphine @SFAlcoologie @Prabenyamina @FFAddictologie @FedeAddiction @jeanmidelile @couteronjp les yaourts aussi !!!!! Pas besoin ni d'alcool ni de polyphénols ni de bière !!!!!!!!!!!! https://t.co/KTUgkC7Crk

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Yoghurt is a great way to support your gut. More may even be better when it comes to gut biodiversity. More yoghurt > healthy gut > proper functioning systems in the body > better health & performance. https://t.co/zyLZYeiSFM

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Yoghurt is a great way to support your gut. More may even be better when it comes to gut biodiversity. More yoghurt = healthy gut = proper functioning systems in the body = better heath & performance. https://t.co/zyLZYeiSFM

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Study found that yogurt consumption was associated with reduced visceral fat mass and positive changes in gut microbiome. #greekyogurt #lowsugar #microbiome #health #research ⁦@BioMedCentral⁩ https://t.co/eDZ0dy5kq5

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BMC
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Yoghurt consumption is associated with a healthier dietary pattern, reduced visceral fat mass and a transient increase in the gut of bacterial species used in the making of yoghurt, according to an article published in #BMCMicrobiol. https://t.co/N8j4pYc0sJ

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Yoghurt consumption is associated with a healthier dietary pattern, reduced visceral fat mass and a transient increase in the gut of bacterial species used in the making of yoghurt, according to an article published in #BMCMicrobiol. https://t.co/iKSUIjcydk

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@nishimoto_gut · X

# ヨーグルト消費と腸内細菌、および表現型 ・アンケートベース(FFQ)のヨーグルト消費と内臓脂肪の減少が相関 ・ヨーグルト菌は一時的な増加である可能性も示した https://t.co/SHHhw8XgBA

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GutMicrobiota Health
@GMFHx · X

Little is known on whether yoghurt benefits are related to changes in the gut microbiota. @timspector et al. show yoghurt consumption is associated with reduced visceral fat mass and transient increase of yoghurt-contained species in the gut microbiota https://t.co/oWwy39qxGz

Feb 14, 2022 · 32 likes · 7 shares · 35,580 followers View post →
Metagenomics Papers
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Yoghurt consumption is associated with changes in the composition of the human gut microbiome and metabolome https://t.co/0YqFmR5r46

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