Neurotoxic substances from gut bacteria found in patients with multiple sclerosis
Three hazardous compounds generated by gut microbes have been detected in significant concentrations in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS).
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Stress may be the culprit behind Crohn’s disease, study finds
New research reveals the important role of stress hormones on immune cells, shedding light on the origin of Crohn’s disease.
Antidiabetic medication, acarbose, blocked by microbial proteins in the gut and mouth
Acarbose is naturally used by bacteria in the soil to keep competing types of bacteria from growing in the ecosystem.
Microbiome in upper respiratory system could prevent hearing loss, ear infections in children
Groundbreaking microbiome research gives high-risk indigenous children a fighting chance against the potential threat of hearing loss.
Morning sickness cured? Taking probiotics during pregnancy greatly reduces vomiting, nausea in women
Probiotics may help to restore the beneficial bacteria and stave off morning sickness in pregnant women, according to a new study.
High-fiber diet provides vital benefits to melanoma patients undergoing immunotherapy
Researchers and medical professionals are discovering a correlation between a diet rich in fiber and the effects of immunotherapy on patients with melanoma.
Common household chemicals negatively impact ‘good’ gut microbes
Typical household chemicals affect the number of healthy microorganisms in the gut, according to a recent study.
Surfers 3 times more likely to have antibiotic-resistant bacteria in gut from seawater
Researchers conducted the study to find out if ingested seawater changes surfers’ microbiota, as well as if any of the bacterial strains within the gut show resistance to antibiotics.
Here’s why gut microbe strains play major role in overall health, disease risk
Two new studies explore the idea that the bacteria strains in the microbiome must be studied to gain a greater understanding of the microbiome and gut health.