Effect of Probiotics Supplementation on Gut Microbiota Composition and Its Impact on Weight Management in Overweight Individuals

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The human gut microbiota plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, and its composition can be influenced by various factors, including diet and lifestyle. Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when consumed in adequate amounts, confer health benefits to the host. This study aimed to investigate the effect of probiotics supplementation on gut microbiota composition and its impact on weight management in overweight individuals. Chapter One provides an introduction to the study, offering a background of the research area, stating the problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, and defining key terms used throughout the thesis. The structure of the thesis is outlined to guide readers through the subsequent chapters. Chapter Two presents a comprehensive literature review on probiotics, gut microbiota, weight management, and their interplay. Ten key aspects related to the topic are discussed in detail to provide a solid theoretical foundation for the study. Chapter Three outlines the research methodology employed in this study. It includes detailed descriptions of the research design, participants, data collection methods, probiotics supplementation protocol, gut microbiota analysis techniques, weight management assessment tools, and statistical analysis procedures utilized. Chapter Four presents an in-depth discussion of the findings obtained from the study. The impact of probiotics supplementation on gut microbiota composition and its relationship with weight management in overweight individuals are critically analyzed. The results are interpreted in light of existing literature, highlighting the implications for clinical practice and future research directions. Chapter Five serves as the concluding chapter, summarizing the key findings of the study and drawing conclusions based on the results. The implications of the findings for the field of Human Nutrition and Dietetics are discussed, along with recommendations for incorporating probiotics supplementation into weight management strategies for overweight individuals. Overall, this thesis contributes to the growing body of research on probiotics, gut microbiota, and weight management, shedding light on the potential benefits of probiotics supplementation in improving the health outcomes of overweight individuals.