IBD is a group of chronic inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract. Emerging research shows the gut microbiome plays a central role — and new trials are exploring microbiome therapies that could change treatment forever.
How Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) relates to gut health
Common Symptoms
Persistent diarrhea
Abdominal pain and cramping
Rectal bleeding
Fatigue and weight loss
Reduced appetite
How the Microbiome is Involved
People with IBD consistently show lower microbial diversity and a reduction in beneficial bacteria like Faecalibacterium prausnitzii. This imbalance — called dysbiosis — triggers and sustains the chronic inflammation that defines the disease. Researchers believe restoring a healthy microbiome through FMT, probiotics, or diet-based interventions could reduce flares and even induce remission.