Pneumonia severity, risk of death hinges on gut bacteria for older adults
New research indicates that the severity of pneumonia may have as much to do with the gut as it does with the lungs.
Microbiome
Frequent UTIs could be caused by antibiotics and gut bacteria, study shows
A new study may explain the vicious cycle of recurrent infections: an antibiotic used to treat a UTI predisposes the body to another infection thanks to gut bacteria.
Gut-brain connection: Your microbiome could dictate whether or not you suffer a stroke
Scientists have discovered multiple types of bacteria found in the gut which are associated with increased risk for ischemic stroke.
Fecal transplants have ‘fountain of youth’ potential: Process reverses effects of aging in mice
Research from just last year showed how fecal transplants restored cognitive function in aging mice.
Genetics & gut microbiome: Just how connected are they?
Scientists are developing novel methods of data processing and changing their focus of interest to study how human genetics shape the gut microbiome.
Common parasite found in gut actually keeps you healthy by fighting inflammation
Scientists report that a common parasite found in the gastrointestinal tract is associated with benefits for gut health.
One type of E. coli relies on Crohn’s disease to survive, shows new study
Scientists have recently discovered a secret relationship between E. coli bacteria and ileal Crohn’s disease.
Not just the gut: Refined carbs, sugar in junk food harmful to oral microbiome, too
Postmenopausal women who regularly eat junk food have harmful bacteria linked to tooth decay and periodontal disease growing in their mouths.
1 in 3 people with IBS have turned down date over fear of symptoms cropping up
Adults who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gut conditions admit they have missed over six days of work and the same number of social occasions in the last year.
Gut microbes help regulate pancreas, hormone production within GI tract
A recent study may lead to new gut microbiome-based therapies to normalize function of the pancreas and GI tract hormones in obese diabetes patients.