A new study suggests that microorganisms which hinder the response to immunotherapy may have greater influence than beneficial microorganisms.
New research provides strong evidence on the relationship between diet and the gut microbiome — especially when it comes to sugars.
Some bacteria, such as salmonella, have developed a mechanism that lets them evade destruction entirely by the immune system.
For people with weaker immunity, the fungus Candida albicans can signal a death sentence with life-threatening infections.
Researchers at Yale University concluded the first controlled study of calorie restriction in healthy humans to determine if it is indeed as beneficial for people.
New research from the University of Oregon suggests the enteric nervous system regulates gut microbes important for digestive health.
More and more research is indicating that a damaged gut microbiome plays a major role in how severe COVID-19 infection is.
In a recent study, scientists sought to identify these gut keystone species and their functions with the goal of developing new disease treatments.
Researchers say a high-fat diet with aging affects the gut microbiome, the anatomy and physiology of the spleen, and immune response.
Yogurt, kimchi, kefir, and kombucha tea may not be staples in many diets, but a recent study by Stanford School of Medicine researchers has discovered that large servings of these and other fermented foods give the immune system a big boost.