Gut Microbiome Regulates Intestinal Immune System
A new study reveals the gut microbiome regulates the immune system. Vitamin A is key to allowing the symbiotic relationship, researchers report. ... Read More...
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Sugar Targets Gut Microbe Linked to Lean and Healthy People
A new study looks at the effect a Western style diet has on the gut microbiome. Researchers report both fructose and glucose block the production of Roc, a protein required for the colonization of beneficial bacteria in the gut.... Read More...
Modeling the Microbiome
Researchers have developed a new mathematical model that analyzes the interactions between gut bacteria.... Read More...
Microbial Based Treatment Reverses ASD’s Social Deficits: Mouse Study
Researchers report the administration of Lactobacillus reuteri may lead to brain changes that reverse social deficits in mouse models of ASD through a mechanism that involves the vagus nerve and reward system. The findings hold promise for the development of treatments for ASD, as well as other disorders, by modulating specific gut microbes.... Read More...
Altered Microbiome Post Cesarean Section Impacts Baby’s Immune System
Findings may explain why children born by C-sections are more prone to suffer from chronic immune system diseases that those born via vaginal birth, researchers report.... Read More...
Is the Gut or Brain More Important in Regulating Appetite and Metabolism?
Researchers debate the roles of the gut and brain hormones play in regulating appetite and metabolism.... Read More...
Immunity Connects Gut Bacteria and Aging
Researchers have identified a mechanism by which immune system problems can cause commensal dysbiosis, which promotes age related pathologies.... Read More...
Saliva Based RNA Panel Distinguishes Children with ASD From Non-Autistic Peers
A new study reveals researchers were able to distinguish between children with or without ASD diagnosis, thanks to a new saliva based biomarker panel. Researchers report the test can be used in children as young as 18 month, assisting in early diagnosis of autism.... Read More...
Connection Between Intestinal Bacteria and Diabetes Development
A new method for studying the mircobiome has allowed researchers to identify a connection between metabolism in gut bacteria and the development of diabetes.... Read More...
Lasting Effects of Early Life Stress on Genome, Gut and Brain
Researchers report stress during fetal development and early childhood can have lasting implications for brain development, leading to increased risks of brain disorders later in life. ... Read More...
Gut Bacteria May Control Movement
According to researchers, gut bacteria may regulate the neural circuits behind movement in fruit flies. Researchers say gut bacteria may play a similar role in controlling mammalian locomotion, and even movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
Breast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut Microbes
Researchers say that while modern formulas and breast milk encourage the growth of similar kinds of gut bacteria in babies, the bacteria work differently.... Read More...