it's worth paying attention to the causes of inflammation to overhaul our health The gut microbiome is so important, in fact its often called “the second brain.” Scientists are now realising ...

Fermentation of dietary fiber by the gut microbiota leads to the production of metabolites called short-chain fatty acids, which lower blood pressure and exert cardioprotective effects. Short-chain ...

Chances are, you’ve heard about the importance of gut health. You may have even sipped on kombucha or noshed on yogurt in the name of nourishing your gut microbiome. But did you realise that the ...

which can allow old gut health myths to persist and new sources of misinformation to spread. We asked 10 experts in gastroenterology and the microbiome about the myths they most wanted to set ...

It’s become increasingly clear that the gut microbiome can affect human health, including mental health. Which bacterial species influence the development of disease and how they do so, however, is ...

“By targeting intestinal Ffar4, gut microbiota, and associated metabolites, we aim to develop interventions to curb sugar overconsumption and improve diabetes management,” the authors state ...

Mencius, the ancient Chinese philosopher, wrote centuries ago that “friendship is one mind in two bodies.” Modern science might add another layer: friendship is also one microbiota in two bodies. A ...

A diet lacking in fibre can lead to digestive problems such as constipation, bloating, and an imbalanced gut microbiome. While it’s understandable that busy schedules might make pre-mixed and ready-to ...

Gluten can also disrupt the delicate balance of the gut microbiome, allowing harmful bacteria to flourish while the beneficial ones suffer. “By choosing grain-free vodka, you eliminate this ...

The Australian Open doesn’t have full broadcast rights for all matches. So, its YouTube livestream uses AI to generate Nintendo Wii Tennis cartoon avatars that mimics the action on a 2-minute delay.

Research from one study has found that people who struggled with low mood tended to have a less diverse gut microbiome compared with other participants in the study, and that certain species of ...