gut
26
Nov
Intestinal microorganisms influence white blood cell levels in blood
The human gastrointestinal tract is home to a vast community of microbes that influence many processes in the body, including the immun...
17
Nov
Take probiotics alongside your prescribed antibiotics to reduce damage to your gut microbiome, says the first review of the data
We all know how important our gut health is to our overall health and well-being. And while we typically think of probiotics as being h...
12
Nov
The gut microbiome’s supersized role in shaping molecules in our blood
The microbiota present in the gut is a complex ecosystem that has a profound impact on human health. The composition of the gut microbi...
28
Oct
Can gut bacteria cause rheumatoid arthritis?
Can gut bacteria cause rheumatoid arthritis?
This is a question that has been debated for years, and although there is no clear answer...
23
Oct
Snacking on almonds boosts gut health, study finds
A new study has found that snacking on almonds boosts gut health. The study, which was conducted by researchers at the University of Ca...
16
Oct
Pain-sensing gut neurons protect against inflammation
Researchers find that pain-sensing gut neurons protect against inflammation.
It’s well-known that pain is a way for the body to protec...
07
Oct
Microbiome: ‘good’ gut bacteria really could help you lose weight – new study
Overweight and obesity are increasing at an alarming rate all over the globe. In the United States, for example, the prevalence of obes...
06
Oct
Fungal microbiome: Whether mice get fatter or thinner depends on the fungi that live in their gut
Mice are not the only ones whose weight is influenced by the fungi in their gut. In fact, a new study suggests that the fungal microbio...
03
Oct
Gut bacteria may contribute to susceptibility to HIV infection
In a new study, researchers have found that gut bacteria may contribute to susceptibility to HIV infection. The findings suggest that g...
02
Oct
Surface mapping a reliable diagnostic tool for gut health
A new study has found that surface mapping is a reliable diagnostic tool for gut health. The study, published in the journal Gut, looke...