The most ancient microbes in our bodies give insight into gut interactions
Archaea are considered single-celled organisms that lack cell nuclei; they are similar to but evolutionarily different from bacteria.
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Gluten NOT to blame for IBS symptoms? Lesser-known dietary element may be culprit behind condition
A new Swedish study finds that excluding gluten from the diets of individuals suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) may not be as important as previously thought. Instead, research is proving another dietary element to be the culprit. Types of carbohydrates known as fodmaps, (Fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) prove to be an aggravation … Read more
Artificial sweeteners consumed during pregnancy alter gut microbiome in unborn babies
suming sweeteners like stevia and aspartame when pregnant can increase your child’s risk of obesity, according to a recent study.
Severe COVID-19 linked to poor gut health
Research has uncovered the connection between severe COVID-19 cases and GI symptoms. Poor gut health can adversely affect how the body responds to the disease.
How 35-year-old stool samples shed light on the gut’s role in HIV/AIDS
Before men contracted HIV in the early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, they had a greater abundance of pro-inflammatory vs. anti-inflammatory gut microbes compared to men that remained HIV-negative, according to a new study.
Concerning rise in colorectal cancer among young people points to gut bacteria
Microbes within the microbiome, which include a variety of viruses, fungi, and bacteria, can irritate the lining of the colon, resulting in inflammation. This can lead to cancer because of mutations in the DNA of cells in the colon.
New gut microbiome discovery may lead to groundbreaking treatments for GI conditions
A recent study focusing on the gut microbiome may be a vital link to groundbreaking future treatment of gastrointestinal ailments such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and slow transit constipation.
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.