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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

🎗️ According to the International Microbiota Observatory 2026 edition, only 40% know the microbiota may influence cancer treatment response. New findings explore the role of the breast tumor microbiota in chemotherapy resistance. 👉 shorturl.at/BWFAp

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🩺 Diagnosing functional dyspepsia? This free checklist highlights the essential investigations and red flags that may require additional evaluation. Check it here: f.mtr.cool/b0tnxtny1h

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

🥗 The Mediterranean diet is associated with a more diverse gut microbiota, higher short-chain fatty acid production, and a lower risk of several chronic diseases. 🔗 Full article: f.mtr.cool/jvek880pwf

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

💊 Gut bacteria can store certain medications without breaking them down, potentially affecting drug availability, microbiota composition and treatment response. 🔎 Explore the findings: f.mtr.cool/bsf67qdn8w

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

👶 Patient infographic The first 1,000 days of life help shape the gut microbiota and immune system, with lasting effects on health. 📥 Download and share with your patients: f.mtr.cool/her69ooskw

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

💪 A gut bacterium, Roseburia inulinivorans, was associated with greater muscle strength in humans and improved strength in mice, suggesting a role for the gut-muscle axis. 💡 Find out more: f.mtr.cool/jzr1k5m1kl

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🦠 Bacteria found inside colorectal tumors may help predict disease progression. Researchers identified microbial signatures associated with prognosis, opening new avenues for personalized care. Learn more: f.mtr.cool/c34shvigsl

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🧫 Emerging evidence suggests that vaginal, gut and seminal microbiota may influence fertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART) outcomes. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/z4pddzcmlm

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📋 Functional dyspepsia is often underdiagnosed. This downloadable checklist helps identify key symptoms, rule out red flags and support clinical decision-making. 📥 f.mtr.cool/pkxhnjqish

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🤰 Could vaginal microbiota help predict preterm birth? Combined with maternal factors, specific microbial profiles may improve obstetric risk stratification. 🔎 Explore the findings: f.mtr.cool/wgujvvowsk

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

🎥 In which diseases does the gut microbiota really play a role? Prof. Harry Sokol explains what is well established, what remains uncertain, and how to discuss it with patients.

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🦠 A Lactobacillus-dominated vaginal microbiota may help protect against HPV persistence and cervical lesion progression. Could restoring microbial balance support cervical cancer prevention? 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/tjvwdkrbru

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🦠 Beyond Helicobacter pylori, Streptococcus anginosus may promote gastric cancer through methionine production. Targeting this pathway could open new therapeutic perspectives. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/hzfwkknium

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

👧🧠 Infographic to share with your patients! Help children, adolescents and families better understand irritable bowel syndrome, the gut-brain axis and practical management strategies. 📥 Download: f.mtr.cool/lpqfxvryet

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

🦠 Could bacteria contribute to kidney stone formation? Biofilms and living bacteria were identified inside calcium oxalate stones, suggesting a biological component beyond crystal formation. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/khinrsijcb

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🧠 A patient-friendly infographic to support conversations about stress and gut health. This downloadable resource explains how stress and the gut microbiota interact through the gut-brain axis, using simple and accessible language. 📥 Download: f.mtr.cool/ovoazmlenz

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Recent findings suggest that formate, a metabolite increased by exercise and produced through microbiota-related pathways, may enhance antitumor immune responses. 📖 Press review available in Microbiota Mag #24 👉 f.mtr.cool/unjweqtunb

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A recent study found associations between vaginal and gut microbiota profiles, stress, mental well-being, gastrointestinal symptoms and vaginal health in women with endometrial cancer. Read the full article in Microbiota Mag #24 👉https://f.mtr.cool/obqyapzdeh

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🧪 Can you trust a gut microbiome self-test? A study comparing 7 commercial services found major differences in detection, interpretation and health recommendations—even when analyzing the exact same stool sample. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/mmxfnqavlk

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

What can the 2026 International Microbiota Observatory teach us about microbiota knowledge worldwide? Sophie Morin, Research Director at Ipsos Public Affairs France, shares the key takeaways. Explore the detailed results👇 tinyurl.com/dtd4k68x

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Does vaginal dysbiosis differ between primary and secondary infertility? A recent study identified distinct microbiota profiles according to infertility type, highlighting the complexity of microbiota–fertility interactions. Learn more 👉 f.mtr.cool/zlfplxqnyr

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🧬 Can gut microbiota influence cancer immunotherapy outcomes? Discover how microbiota, antibiotics and emerging microbiota-targeted approaches may impact immune checkpoint inhibitor response. 🎓 Accredited Xpeer course by Dr. Arielle Elkrief 👉 f.mtr.cool/cuqfkrgjgj

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Microbiota education also matters at key life stages. 89% of parents don’t know a baby’s microbiome starts developing in the womb. The first 1,000 days are a crucial moment to open dialogue with families — and support informed choices from the start. 4/4

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Understanding can support action. 53% of people say they have changed their behaviors to protect their microbiota. The challenge now: helping more patients identify favorable daily-life habits, without adding confusion or information overload. 3/4

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

People trust healthcare professionals on microbiota. 94% say they trust their HCP. But only 39% received explanations on what microbiota is and what it does. A key opportunity to turn awareness into understanding — through science-backed dialogue. 2/4

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Today is #WorldMicrobiomeDay. The 2026 International Microbiota Observatory is out. Conducted by Ipsos among 7,500 people in 11 countries, it shows a clear gap: 72% have heard of microbiota. Only 24% know exactly what it is. Discover the results 👉 tinyurl.com/dtd4k68x 1/4

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Live from #ESPGHAN2026. As the paediatric GI community gathers, one question matters: how much do families know about babies’ microbiota and the first 1,000 days? On Saturday, for #WorldMicrobiomeDay, we reveal new insights from the 2026 Microbiota Observatory. Stay tuned!

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

🦠 Could gut bacteria influence athletic performance? Research suggests the gut microbiome may impact endurance, recovery and even motivation for exercise through metabolic and gut–brain pathways. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/hhexmrgcru

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Awareness ≠ understanding. Microbiota is increasingly part of the health conversation. But do people really know what it means, and how to act on it? 📅 On June 27, for #WorldMicrobiomeDay, we reveal the 2026 International Microbiota Observatory. Stay tuned!

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

🧬 Blood metabolites may predict up to 45% of gut microbiota diversity. These findings highlight the blood metabolome as a potential non-invasive proxy for gut health, opening the way to new clinical tools. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/jllmcwclkw

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🧬 Gut microbiota may drive skin oxidative stress in vitiligo via hippuric acid. This metabolite is linked to ROS accumulation and depigmentation, highlighting the gut–skin axis as a potential therapeutic target. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/sjnbxgmjgh

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

🧬 Gut microbiota plays a key role in appetite regulation and satiety through metabolic signaling pathways. This infographic helps explain how microbiota balance may influence eating behavior and overall health. 👉 Learn more: urlr.me/Ew5pVU

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

🧠 Gut microbiota and sleep interact via metabolic, neural and immune pathways. Dysbiosis is linked to insomnia and OSA, while probiotics and prebiotics show promising effects on sleep quality. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/ouskcjqtnl

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🧬 Oral bacteria are enriched in colorectal cancer and may improve non-invasive screening. Microbial signatures linked to tumor presence and progression show strong predictive accuracy (AUC 0.85). 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/ecpvjssmhb

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

🧬 In a commented article from Microbiota Mag #20, Prof. Harry Sokol highlights that gut microbiota alterations precede Crohn’s disease by years, independently of inflammation. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/qljzbftztm

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

🧬 Markers of bacterial translocation (e.g. LBP) are associated with liver cancer risk up to 12 years before diagnosis. This gut–liver axis highlights intestinal permeability as a potential early driver of hepatocarcinogenesis. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/qjdhlcrfhm

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

🧬 Breast milk transfers live bacteria at strain level, shaping the infant gut microbiome and resistome. Bifidobacteria dominance is linked to lower antibiotic resistance gene load, even without antibiotic exposure. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/strgkglnvo

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

🧠 Chronic pelvic pain isn’t just about organs. The gut–brain axis and microbiota may play a key role in how pain persists and spreads. 👉 Discover our new release, the Microbiota Mag #24 f.mtr.cool/hdccwjndhs

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🧠 How do you explain gut health to your patients? In our How to talk about series, Prof. Harry Sokol shares practical tips on antibiotics, diet, fiber, fermented foods and the gut–brain axis to support patient education. 👉 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/xtrgggbdec

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Great work 👏 This study highlights how early microbiome changes could play a key role in understanding Crohn’s disease before symptoms even appear — an important step toward earlier detection and improved patient care. 🧬

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

How to improve care for patients with GI symptoms? Dr. Eamonn Quigley, gastroenterologist, guides you through the latest insights on microbiota and gastrointestinal symptoms in this free CME course. Get accredited 👉 tinyurl.com/mvewdyj9

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

🧬 In cancer immunotherapy, are microbial metabolites more decisive than bacterial species? In our latest article, we explore how gut metabolic pathways—not taxonomy—may shape response to checkpoint inhibitors, opening perspectives for combined biotic strategies. 👉 Learn more: urlr.me/K4kUTv

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

We created a step-by-step IBS diagnostic tool in collaboration with leading experts, to help narrow down the diagnosis and guide patient management confidently 🩺 Discover it now 👉 tinyurl.com/4na8vz38 2/2

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

This World IBS Day, we remind that diagnosing Irritable Bowel Syndrome can be challenging, especially regarding children. Structured support helps you, healthcare professionals make informed decisions and provide better patient care. 1/2

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

We’ve released a new infographic dedicated to IBS diagnosis in children, because listening to kids’ gut is key to better understanding their symptoms 🧠 Explore them 👉 tinyurl.com/37jea9m4 2/2

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

As HCPs, you have an important role to play in diagnosing IBS & helping patients manage this complex condition. Our infographics cover essential topics, designed to help you communicate clearly with your patients and address their questions. 1/2

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Biocodex Microbiota Institute @microbiotainst.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

🍬 Low-calorie sweeteners and gut microbiota: friend or foe? A large European real-world study shows better weight maintenance vs sugar, with no adverse effect on cardiometabolic markers or microbiota. 👉 Evidence worth revising in our article:: urlr.me/Faqxpr

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