Gut microbiota,host health,and polysaccharides |
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Authors: | Xiaofei Xu Pingping Xu Chungwah Ma Jian Tang Xuewu Zhang |
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Institution: | 1. College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China;2. Infinitus (China) Company Ltd., Guangzhou, China |
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Abstract: | The intestinal microbiota is a complicated ecosystem that influences many aspects of host physiology (i.e. diet, disease development, drug metabolism, and regulation of the immune system). It also exhibits spatial patterning and temporal dynamics. In this review, the effects of internal and external (environmental) factors on intestinal microbiota are discussed. We describe the roles of the gut microbiota in maintaining intestinal and immune system homeostasis and the relationship between gut microbiota and diseases. In particular, the contributions of polysaccharides, as the most abundant diet components in intestinal microbiota and host health are presented. Finally, perspectives for research avenues relating to gut microbiota are also discussed. |
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Keywords: | Intestinal microbiota Microbiome Host health Diseases Polysaccharides |
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