Unraveling Spinal Cord Injury Nutrition: Effects of Diet on the Host and Microbiome
Abstract
Spinal cord injury (SCI) leads to severe neurological dysfunction with significant nutritional alterations. These alterations are closely associated with gut dysbiosis and neurogenic gut dysfunction after SCI, creating complex interactions that further exacerbate metabolic disturbances and impede neurological recovery. In the context of SCI, diet not only fulfills basic nutritional needs but also serves as an important therapeutic tool to modulate these interactions. This review provides a broad overview of existing research findings, analyzes the impact of existing dietary interventions on SCI, and attempts to clarify the complex relationship between diet and host and gut microbiota. We hope to provide a clear direction for future research and a scientific basis for the development of personalized dietary interventions to improve the nutritional status of patients with SCI, reduce the incidence of complications such as metabolic disorders, and promote the recovery of neurological function and overall quality of life of patients with SCI.
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| Identifier | 110.0485/INT.2026.00459 |
| Canonical | mdoi:110.0485/INT.2026.00459 |
| Resolver URL | https://mdoi.org/110.0485/INT.2026.00459 |
| Resource URL | Open resource |
| Document URL | Open document |
| Content Type | Article |
| Authors | spinal cord injury, nutrition, gut microbiota, diet, metabolic alterations, personalized nutrition management |
| Year | 2025 |
| Depositor | International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies and Innovative Researchs Organisation |
| Prefix | 110.0485 |
| Registered | July 1, 2026 |
| Updated | July 1, 2026 |
| Status | Active |
| Visibility | Public |
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