It turns out those cellulose-based thickening agents found in common foods can be digested. Researchers at the University of British Columbia have shown that our gut bacteria can feed on these large ...

The MU School of Medicine has been awarded $2.3 million for researchers to study how a common gut bacteria could help immunotherapy treat liver cancer. Researchers acquired the money from the National ...

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a debilitating psychiatric condition characterized by a persistently low mood, a lack of ...

A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, ...

Juice cleanses remove fiber and key nutrients, which can disrupt gut bacteria and increase inflammation.Juice cleanses often ...

A large study shows how everyday food choices shape gut bacteria linked to weight, blood sugar, and overall health.

A healthy gut microbiome may protect breast cancer patients from chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity, with specific bacteria linked to higher heart damage risk. The CARDIOCARE project suggests ...

The human gut is home to diverse microbes and has one of the highest density of microbes on Earth. The trillions of microbes that live within us are incredibly important for human health. Yet, we know ...

After weeks of festive overeating and erratic routines, January offers the perfect window to heal your gut, by restoring meal ...

Refugee health is often discussed in terms of crises such as disease outbreaks, malnutrition and psychological distress. But ...

A familiar mouth bacterium best known for causing cavities may also be quietly influencing the brain. Scientists found that ...