Gut bacteria share vitamin B-12 with others — by having ‘sex’
Vitamin B-12 is essential to creating healthy red blood cells and nerve cells, and a new study suggests your gut bacteria also needs it.
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Beneficial gut microbes can alleviate side effects of chemotherapy
Distinct types of bacteria in the human gut protect other good bacteria from cancer treatments like chemotherapy, according to a recent study.
‘Long COVID’ risk tied to composition of gut microbiome
More and more research is indicating that a damaged gut microbiome plays a major role in how severe COVID-19 infection is.
6 Simple Daily Practices to Support Gut Health
Because gut microbiome upkeep is imperative to overall health and wellbeing, it’s necessary to explore how to support gut health.
Scientist developing bacterial sensors to monitor gut health, fix imbalances
A recent project, driven by personal experience, focuses on developing genetically engineered bacteria with sensors to monitor chemical production in the gut and fix imbalances.
Study first to link gut bacteria, race to insulin sensitivity
For the first time ever, race, gender, and gut bacteria are the main focuses of a study looking to determine the link between their differences and insulin sensitivity.
Mother’s gut health linked to fetal, neonatal development
The type of microbes in the mother’s gut flora may influence nutrient absorption and affect pregnancy outcomes, according to a recent study.
Gut-brain connection: Prebiotics show ability to reduce anxiety
Introducing a prebiotic called galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) into the gut microbiome has a positive effect on gut health and greater emotional wellbeing.
Bacterial toxin that causes food poisoning linked to colon cancer
The bacterial toxin that causes common food poisoning symptoms is linked to colorectal cancer, according to a new study.
Coffee provides big boost to gut health by altering microbiota, stimulating digestive system
Drinking coffee has been shown to improve the digestive system, prevent gallstones and even some liver illnesses, according to a recent study.