Intestinal inflammation in Crohn’s disease patients linked to gut fungi
Gut fungi could be the reason behind inflammation in the intestines of those diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, according to a recent study.
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Severe COVID-19 linked to poor gut health
Research has uncovered the connection between severe COVID-19 cases and GI symptoms. Poor gut health can adversely affect how the body responds to the disease.
Gut health is compromised during chemotherapy, study finds
Chemotherapy is effective at preventing the proliferation of cancer cells, however, the treatment also destroys white blood cells and beneficial gut microbes.
Triclosan, an antibacterial in toothpaste and toys, harms gut health
Triclosan, an antibacterial present in toothpaste, toys, and dozens of other goods, has been shown to cause gut inflammation in mice, according to recent research.
Harvard’s ‘intestine chip’ may help solve gut issues related to COVID
It is difficult to determine the actual effects COVID has on the gut because the interactions between the intestinal tissue and the virus are hard to study in humans.
Concerning rise in colorectal cancer among young people points to gut bacteria
Microbes within the microbiome, which include a variety of viruses, fungi, and bacteria, can irritate the lining of the colon, resulting in inflammation. This can lead to cancer because of mutations in the DNA of cells in the colon.
Significant link found between peptic ulcers, gut function, and depression
A recent study of peptic ulcer disease and the contributing genetic factors confirms a connection between individuals suffering from stomach ulcers and those with depression.
The key to better eye health — is your gut?
Though the research is still in the early stages, scientists have found evidence linking our immune system and inflammatory immune conditions to gut microbes.
Processed foods from humans significantly alter gut microbes in black bears, study finds
Like humans, microbiota of black bears is significantly altered by consuming processed foods, according to new research.
Gut check: How having ‘CrAss viral content’ can help your health
Patients with autoimmune diseases have a less healthy gut virome that may contribute to the development of autoimmune diseases, according to a recent study.