Maria Calasso

Nov 28, 2024 | mdpi.com | Mohamad Khalil |Hala Abdallah |Maria Calasso |Nour Khalil

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Feb 9, 2023 | mdpi.com | Hala Abdallah |Maria Calasso |Mohamad Khalil |Danute Razuka-Ebela

Abstract:Since the gut microbiota plays a pivotal role in host homeostasis and energy balance, changes in its composition can be associated with disease states through the promotion of immune-mediated inflammatory disorders and increasing intestinal permeability, ultimately leading to the impairment of intestinal barrier function. Za’atar is one of the most popular plant-based foods in the Eastern Mediterranean region.