Junk food rids the gut of ‘good bacteria,’ raising risk of chronic diseases
Here’s some food for thought: Junk food kills the bugs in our gut that keep us healthy, according to scientists in the Netherlands.
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Poll: Nearly 3 in 10 people think their gut health is poor
Common symptoms of poor gut health most frequently felt by respondents include gas, an upset stomach or feeling sluggish and tired.
Two cups of coffee a day can energize your gut power — and boost heart health too
Having a couple cups of coffee every day may help keep your brain sharp while at the office, but it can also do wonders for your gut and heart too.
Clean hands, healthy gut: All that hand-washing and sanitizing during COVID slashed UK gut infections in half
The amount of gut infections in the UK were cut in half in the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic, largely due to people washing their hands, scientists conclude.
Animal study uncovers molecular mechanism behind colon pain, inflammation
A recent mouse study suggests a reason behind colitis is the activation of a receptor that promotes inflammation and pain.
Study finds growing evidence of the gut’s role in the body’s ‘second brain’
While the data is still in its early stages, the findings could help with developing treatments that would better regulate the enteric nervous system .
Scientists create ‘snapshot’ of how gut microbiome communicates with immune cells; could lead to IBD treatment
People with IBD have shown a reduced diversity in their gut microbiome with notable decreases among Bacteroides and Firmicutes bacteria.
Opioids show promise as effective treatment for gut inflammation, IBD symptoms
Study results point to a promising future for opioids when it comes to treatment of inflammatory bowel disease and other gut ailments.
Researchers find one potential driver of childhood IBD
New research suggests small proteins called IL-36 cytokines may be a critical target for treating childhood inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Harmful gut microbes may have greater influence on immunotherapy for cancer patients than ‘good’ bacteria
A new study suggests that microorganisms which hinder the response to immunotherapy may have greater influence than beneficial microorganisms.