Your body’s gut is a bustling city of trillions of microbes—bacteria, viruses, and fungi—all working together to keep you healthy. This tiny ecosystem, known as your gut microbiome, is crucial for digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. A recent study reveals that for spotted dolphins, this inner world is drastically different depending on whether they live … Read more
A new study from a team of researchers, including scientists from Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Michigan, suggests that a past battle with inflammation in your gut could permanently damage its ability to heal. This groundbreaking discovery means that even after you’ve recovered from a nasty case of food poisoning or a … Read more
For decades, we’ve been told that the human gut is a simple, uniform tube—a straightforward conveyor belt for food. It’s an easy idea to grasp, and for a long time, it’s been the foundation of how we think about gut health. But what if that idea is completely wrong? What if your gut isn’t a … Read more
Aging is a reality for everyone. For many, it’s a slow and steady decline of the body and mind. We often think of this process as inevitable, something determined by our genes and the simple passage of time. But what if the key to living a longer, healthier life was hiding in a world we … Read more
Ever have a gut feeling that something’s not right? Scientists have long known that the vast community of bacteria living inside us—our gut microbiome—plays a huge role in our health. But a new, provocative study suggests that the problem isn’t just with the bacteria; it starts much deeper, in the tiny powerhouses of our own … Read more
Deep within the dark, winding corridors of your intestines, a silent, bustling community of trillions of microbes is hard at work. This diverse population, known as the gut microbiota, is more than just a collection of helpful tenants; it’s a vital partner in your health, constantly communicating with your body’s immune system. Now, groundbreaking research … Read more
A new study from Singapore has revealed that the secret to aging well might not be a miracle pill, but rather the trillions of microscopic life forms living inside your gut. Scientists have long suspected a link between our gut microbiome—the bustling ecosystem of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in our digestive tract—and our overall health. … Read more
What if your gut could tell you about a serious illness brewing in your body almost a year before you feel a single symptom? This isn’t a futuristic medical drama; it’s the exciting possibility raised by a new study on rheumatoid arthritis, or RA. This painful autoimmune disease, which affects millions of people, happens when … Read more
Ever wonder what’s truly protecting you from the microscopic world within your gut? It’s more than just your immune system battling it out. Tucked away in the lining of your intestines are remarkable, often overlooked guardians called goblet cells. These specialized cells, far more dynamic than their name suggests, are now revealing themselves as critical … Read more
For people trying to manage their weight or blood sugar, artificial sweeteners have long been a go-to choice. But for cancer patients receiving cutting-edge immunotherapy, that seemingly innocent choice might be a dangerous one. A new study from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has found a startling link: the popular artificial … Read more