The Impact of Diet Structure on the Microbiome: Comparing Liquid Diets, Fermented Foods, and Fiber Intake

The human gut microbiome, consisting of trillions of microorganisms in the digestive tract, is deeply affected by what we eat. Different dietary structures—ranging from highly restricted liquid formulas to fiber-rich whole foods—exert distinct, and sometimes contrasting, influences on this intricate ecosystem, leading to significant health consequences.Read article