What if a bustling, invisible city inside you held secrets about your health, especially how diseases like Type 1 diabetes develop in children? Scientists have long focused on the bacteria in our gut – the “microbiome” – as key players in digestion and immunity. But a groundbreaking new study, recently published in Nature Microbiology, shines … Read more
Could the very first days of a baby’s life hold a hidden key to their future health? New, groundbreaking research points to a surprising truth: the unique mix of bacteria that settles in a newborn’s gut could act as a powerful defense against severe breathing illnesses in early childhood. This isn’t just about whether a … Read more
For many parents, the thought of their child undergoing surgery brings a mix of worry and relief. While we trust doctors to keep our little ones safe, a quiet concern often lingers: could the anesthesia itself have long-term effects on their developing minds? A new study offers a surprising and groundbreaking answer, pointing not just … Read more
What if catching a seemingly common bug today meant a higher chance of organ damage years down the line for your child? It’s a sobering thought, but a major new study suggests this might be the reality for kids who’ve had COVID-19. Far from being a fleeting illness, new research indicates that even a mild … Read more
New research shows that children with obesity who’ve experienced recent weight loss are more likely to display hunger-related brain activity post-meal.
Scientists studied wild primates, called geladas, to find the first evidence of a maternal influence on the gut development of offspring, even after weaning.
Researchers at the University of Colorado reveal a link between air pollution and harsh changes in the gut bacteria of infants.
Researchers have discovered a certain species of gut bacteria that makes a peptide which mimics the specific insulin peptide targeted by the immune system in Type 1 diabetes.
GoGo squeeZ has dropped new products to support immune health as well as brain health in youngsters.
If successful, Dr. Moonah’s work would be the first to deliver a drug treatment using an amoeba or another protozoan.