Here's how gut microbiome acts as a key player in diabetes prevention and management

Having about 77 million of the adult population with type 2 diabetes and another 25 million in the prediabetics group, India ranks among the top countries with the highest number of diabetes cases. Here's how gut microbiome acts as a key player in diabetes prevention and management While diabetes itself is a cause of concern, the health complications it brings about, increase the apprehensions manifold. While long recognized for its role in digestion and nutrient absorption, recent breakthroughs have thrust the microbiome into the spotlight for its potential impact on broader health concerns, including diabetes.” Beyond Digestion: The Gut Microbiome and Diabetes Link Dr Debojyoti Dhar explained, “Traditionally, the causes of diabetes have been attributed to factors such as genetics, sedentary lifestyles, and dietary habits. On the contrary, Dr Debojyoti Dhar said, “An imbalanced gut microbiome, known as dysbiosis, has been associated with insulin resistance and chronic inflammation, two critical precursors to type 2 diabetes. By analysing the composition of a person's unique microbial signatures that correlate with diabetes risk, those in the high-risk group could receive personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations, curated to optimise their gut health and reduce the likelihood of diabetes development.” Revolutionising Diabetes Management: The Role of Gut Microbiome Testing Dr Debojyoti Dhar highlighted, “Beyond its predictive potential, the gut microbiome is poised to revolutionise the landscape of diabetes management.