A study published in Nature Microbiology identified a strong association between coffee consumption and the abundance of specific gut microorganisms. Coffee intake was linked to the increased presence of Lawsonibacter asaccharolyticus, a Gram-positive bacterium. The study analyzed over 35,000 metagenomic samples from multiple study cohorts, including healthy individuals, newborns, non-Western populations, and individuals with specific diseases. Coffee consumption was found to stimulate the growth of gut microbial species, with a significant impact on Lawsonibacter asaccharolyticus. Quinic acid and its derivatives were identified as key metabolites enriched in coffee drinkers, highlighting the potential health benefits of coffee on gut health.
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Scientists uncover coffee’s surprising effect on gut microbiota
