Exercise activates cannabis-like substances to help fight chronic inflammation
The study demonstrates that by activating endocannabinoids in the body, exercise helped lower inflammation and reduce the pain from people with arthritis.
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira
One type of gut bacteria may be secret weapon for fighting off drug-resistant colorectal cancer
Helicobacter hepaticus bacterial species to the gut microbiome can ramp up a strong immune response against colon cancer cells.
Early signs of pancreatic cancer can be detected from stool samples
Researchers from Spain may have found a way to detect pancreatic cancer earlier using patient stool samples.
You’re more prone to bacterial infections when you’re stressed out, study shows
New research finds that when you (or your pet) get overwhelmed, stress hormones activate and make the body vulnerable to bacterial infections.
‘Piezo2’ protein involved in the sense of touch also plays critical role in avoiding constipation
A new study finds that a touch-sensing protein called Piezo2 is the one responsible for the gut knowing when it’s time to move food down the digestive tract.
Social influencer: How gut microbiome plays key role in your personality
A recent study finds that the gut microbiome influences personality traits involved in mental and physical energy.
Love sushi? Study explains how the gut processes seaweed
New research from the University of Michigan helps in understanding how the body processes a delicious underwater delicacy: seaweed.
IBD cure on horizon? Poop study identifies key protein that causes ulcerative colitis
A group of microbial enzymes living in the gut microbiome were found to be the culprit behind ulcerative colitis.
The amount of sugar in your food can shape bacteria living in your gut microbiome
New research provides strong evidence on the relationship between diet and the gut microbiome — especially when it comes to sugars.
Giving antibiotics to newborns can harm their future gut health
A new study finds that antibiotics kill off a substantial number of good bacteria needed to digest milk and develop immunity.