Keto diet could cause harmful changes to gut flora, worsen heart health
Researchers say a high-fat diet with aging affects the gut microbiome, the anatomy and physiology of the spleen, and immune response.
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How tryptophan levels make a difference in your gut microbiome, help slow aging process
A recent study indicates that tryptophan, an amino acid, might be a key element in regulating the gut microbiome to protect against the adverse effects of aging.
Gluten NOT to blame for IBS symptoms? Lesser-known dietary element may be culprit behind condition
A new Swedish study finds that excluding gluten from the diets of individuals suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) may not be as important as previously thought. Instead, research is proving another dietary element to be the culprit. Types of carbohydrates known as fodmaps, (Fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) prove to be an aggravation … Read more
Billion-year-old bacterial proteins aid immunity from the human gut
Our robust defense system is composed of many cell types, including bacteria primarily within the gut. In order to keep themselves from being infected or killed by viruses, these bacteria utilize specific proteins that date back at least one billion years, according to a recent study. This implies that our immune system is most likely … Read more
Eat more grapes to ensure a healthier gut — and a healthier heart, too
The daily consumption of grapes offers surprising benefits to both gut health and cholesterol metabolism, according to a recent study.
Microscopic ‘vehicles’ enable gut bacteria to stimulate the brain and other organs
Bacteria in the gut are found to secrete their metabolites into tiny vesicles that flow through the bloodstream, according to the study.
Fermented foods overhyped? Kefir study shows some labels exaggerate probiotic content
Researchers from the University of Illinois and Ohio State University put five brands of kefir, a fermented dairy beverage reminiscent of drinkable yogurt, to the test.
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.
Sleep deprivation may begin turning deadly from molecules building up in the gut
While sleep studies mainly revolve around the brain, the control center of sleep initiation, a recent study shows that lethal sleep deprivation may initiate in the gut.
Neurotoxic substances from gut bacteria found in patients with multiple sclerosis
Three hazardous compounds generated by gut microbes have been detected in significant concentrations in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS).