Scientists tell us there’s an easy way to support your gut health: your diet. What you eat every day directly shapes your microbiome. Here, we share the tasty gut-boosters you
Food sensitivities are increasingly common in our modern society, and our gut bacteria might be to blame. Infections early in life and an out-of-balance microbiome play a role in developing
Changes in the gut microbiome composition are common among people dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Therapies that specifically target gut bacteria are a promising solution for relieving symptoms of the
A new study reveals the molecular mechanism behind the fight of good bacteria against pathogens — a potential alternative to antibiotics.
With an array of microbiome tests increasingly becoming available, you may have been wondering their worth. Here, we look into just what gut testing can offer you. By Maria Arvaniti
Your gut microbiota, skin allergies and a protein against viral infections are all linked.
We all know that eating well keeps us healthy, but what about your gut bacteria? What do they eat? Food components that feed “good” gut bacteria are known as prebiotics.
Specific types of gut microbes are associated with reduced risk of heart transplant rejections, according to a new study. By Maria Arvaniti If you or your close ones are suffering
New research is edging closer to helping us prevent IBD. By investigating the microbiome and epigenetics, scientists have discovered a new marker that could be used to lower risk of
A new Irish study shows that metabolites produced by gut bacteria might help in reducing stress-related symptoms. By Maria Arvaniti Stress is a mental state that can actually have great
Disinfectants, detergents, and other cleaning products could be damaging your child’s microbiome, making them more likely to be overweight. Infancy is vital for the development of our microbiome, dramatically shaping
New research shows that the composition of microbes in the gut of cancer patients is associated with lack of response to a specific kind of anti-tumor therapy, and that antibiotics