Microplastics are environmental pollutants that are widely present and can accumulate in organisms across the food web. This review sheds light on the effects of microplastics on the gut microbiome and the potential health implications thereof. It also highlights research gaps, including the need for standardized definitions and reference materials.

This review highlights the effects of pesticide residues on the human gut microbiome and the potential implications for human health, including non-communicable diseases. It analyses the evidence linking pesticide residues with the gut microbiome and human health overall. It also evaluates the potential use of the microbiome data reported in these studies for risk ...

Veterinary drugs administered to treat and prevent diseases in food-producing animals may remain present in residual amounts in food products, particularly if drugs are not used as approved or if clearance periods are not followed. This review evaluates current knowledge about the effects of veterinary drug residues on the gut microbiome and assesses the scientific...