Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Ana I Alvarez-Mercado"
- Ana I Alvarez-Mercado's recent research focuses on the impact of food supplements, particularly those containing miraculin, on the health and nutritional status of malnourished cancer patients, aiming to address taste disorders that impair quality of life and treatment adherence.
- Her systematic reviews and studies examine the interplay between microbiota, epigenetic factors, and various types of cancer, particularly breast cancer, identifying potential biomarkers and therapeutic strategies related to gut and mammary microbial populations.
- Additionally, Alvarez-Mercado investigates the connections between obesity, asthma, and gut microbiota composition, highlighting the role of microbiota in chronic diseases and proposing avenues for therapeutic interventions.
