Triclosan, an antibacterial in toothpaste and toys, harms gut health
Triclosan, an antibacterial present in toothpaste, toys, and dozens of other goods, has been shown to cause gut inflammation in mice, according to recent research.
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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.
Your gut helps protect your brain from infections, scientists say
“The exact way in which the brain protects itself from infection, beyond the physical barrier of the meninges, has been something of a mystery, but to find that an important line of defense starts in the gut was quite a surprise,”
Processed foods from humans significantly alter gut microbes in black bears, study finds
Like humans, microbiota of black bears is significantly altered by consuming processed foods, according to new research.
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).
Antidiabetic medication, acarbose, blocked by microbial proteins in the gut and mouth
Acarbose is naturally used by bacteria in the soil to keep competing types of bacteria from growing in the ecosystem.
Common household chemicals negatively impact ‘good’ gut microbes
Typical household chemicals affect the number of healthy microorganisms in the gut, according to a recent study.
Your prescription drugs may have long-term harmful effects on gut microbes, study shows
More than half of the U.S. adult population take prescription drugs – making America the pill nation of the world. The majority of these adults are 80 or older and suffer from severe conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, according to Georgetown University’s Health Policy Institute. While these medicines may help alleviate certain symptoms, … Read more
Here’s why gut microbe strains play major role in overall health, disease risk
Two new studies explore the idea that the bacteria strains in the microbiome must be studied to gain a greater understanding of the microbiome and gut health.