This anti-sedative may prevent the brutal gut-crushing side effects from chemotherapy
Inhibiting a protein called the GABAA receptor protects the gut from experiencing the toxic aftermath of a chemotherapy or radiotherapy session.
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Researchers discover new IBD drug target that doesn’t harm immune system
A targetable group of molecules within the gut’s immune cells is responsible for preventing IBD flare-ups, a new study finds.
‘Hot girls with IBS’ trends taking over TikTok as gut health clips reach over 1 billion views!
The hashtag “#GutTok” has 500 million+ views on videos under the tag, and gut-related videos in general have amassed to over one billion views.
Medical breakthrough may help treat colitis and fight colorectal tumors
A new study, from the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) reports on an antibody and an immunoreceptor protein with roles in reducing colitis severity and colon tumor growth.
Food allergy cure could be on horizon — using compound that ‘smells like dog poop and rancid butter’
In experiments on mice, allergies were reversed after scientists encased a gut compound called butyrate in tiny shells to hide its foul smell and taste.
Eating grapes can counteract harmful effects from processed foods, while boosting metabolism too
Could a popular fruit help wipe out some of the harms from junk food? New research suggests that having a bowl of grapes every day might do just that.
Gold as IBD treatment? Researchers say nanoparticle therapy is promising
The findings back previous studies that also advocate for the large-scale use of gold nanoparticles as the primary treatment option for IBD patients.
Gut regeneration: Here’s how your intestine works with stem cells to repair itself
Researchers have delved into the intestines, examining the lymphatics within them that help improve intestinal recovery and regeneration.
3 Surprising Symptoms That Could Indicate An Unhealthy Gut
Each of these symptoms could also be due to a plethora of other possible health issues going on in the body that are unrelated to the gut.
Researchers uncover previously unknown defense mechanism in battling Candida infections
Researchers uncovered a previously unknown defense system employed by the immune system in fighting Candida infections.