Newly discovered species of bacteria in the microbiome may be culprit behind rheumatoid arthritis
These findings suggest that gut bacteria may be activating the immune systems of people with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Eat these 3 foods to help keep colon cancer away
When it comes to natural ways to help prevent colon cancer, studies show there are foods that may provide extra protection.
Autism development influenced by changes in gut microbiome
Scientists have found a link between the gut microbiome and symptoms of autism spectrum disorder.
Your prescription drugs may have long-term harmful effects on gut microbes, study shows
More than half of the U.S. adult population take prescription drugs – making America the pill nation of the world. The majority of these adults are 80 or older and suffer from severe conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, according to Georgetown University’s Health Policy Institute. While these medicines may help alleviate certain symptoms, … Read more
In sickness and health: The relationship between intestinal fungi and the immune system
Over the last few years, the importance of intestinal bacteria has been widely discussed. Multiple studies show the symbiotic relationship between the various bacterial species in the gut and certain critical metabolic functions. Bacteria, however, are not the only microbes responsible for the body’s wellbeing. Researchers have found that fungi, another microbe that dwells inside … Read more
Gut bacteria linked to improved cognitive development in male infants
From digestion-related processes and immunity to the production of essential vitamins, gut bacteria carry out a wide range of critical functions in the body. Previous studies reveal the healing nature of these microbes when it comes to mental disorders. In addition to this, gut microbes may help improve comprehension and early speech development in babies. … Read more
The majority of babies in America are born with poor gut microbiota, according to new research
An overwhelming percentage of infants in America are born lacking an essential bacterium that is critical for breast milk metabolism as well as the progression of the immune system. This deficiency enables harmful pathogens to overpopulate – which often leads to diaper rash and colic, according to new research. A large number of diverse bacteria … Read more
The Synchronization of ENS Neurons Enables Complex Functions in the Gut
The collection of nerves in the gut called the enteric nervous system (ENS) has been shown to act similarly to other neural networks in the central nervous system (CNS). Considering the many diverse functions of the digestive system and its accessory organs, the ENS is the most complex peripheral nervous system – and the most … Read more
Research Uncovers Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria in Pet Lemurs
Antibiotic resistance occurs when microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi acquire the capacity to resist the treatments meant to destroy them. Because these hazardous microorganisms continue to multiply, diseases caused by antibiotic-resistant pathogens are becoming more difficult, if not impossible, to cure. To make matters worse, antibiotic-resistant bacteria were recently detected in the digestive tracts … Read more