A direct and sex-specific association between the composition of an infant’s microbiome and early childhood behavioral health has been found by scientists at Dartmouth University
New research shows that a healthy gut microbiome actually decreases the feeling of fear in infants.
If the newborn’s excretion, call meconium, is significantly less “rich” than normal, scientists say it may be a sign they may have an overactive immune system.
A new study finds that antibiotics kill off a substantial number of good bacteria needed to digest milk and develop immunity.
Pregnant mothers following an unhealthy diet may have an unhealthy vaginal microbiome, which is linked to a greater risk of infant death and changes to their development.
Previous studies have shown the presence of beneficial strains of bacteria in breast milk, and now a recent study reveals that the breast milk microbiome also contains fungi.
The feeding method of newborns could have an important role in the composition of the infant’s oral bacteria, according to a recent study.
suming sweeteners like stevia and aspartame when pregnant can increase your child’s risk of obesity, according to a recent study.
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