Gut microbiome-associated effects of plant-based diets on glucose homeostasis, body composition, and cognitive function: a scoping review - PubMed
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- Plant-based diets are recommended for health and sustainability, influencing the gut microbiome through high dietary fiber content.
- Fermentation of dietary fibers by gut microbiota produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), beneficial for insulin resistance, inflammation, and satiety.
- Plant-based diets can lead to lower body fat, improved glucose metabolism, and better cognitive functions like memory and reduced anxiety.
- These diets increase microbial diversity and the abundance of SCFA-producing species such as Prevotella and Bifidobacteria.
- No adverse effects of plant-based diets were reported, though more research is needed on long-term and individual effects.
- The review highlights the need for further studies on microbial functionality and the effects of both healthy and unhealthy plant-based diets.