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·October 29, 2018·6 min read

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.

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·October 29, 2018·5 min read

Using the Microbiome to Help Premature Babies Grow

According to researchers, analyzing the gut microbiome of premature babies may help develop personalized feeding patterns and nutrients to help them get stronger.

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·October 25, 2018·4 min read

Solving the Complex Mysteries of the Microbiome

Computer modeling, in combination with traditional research, is allowing researchers to obtain a better understanding about how specific gut bacteria will interact. The findings may allow scientists to manipulate the microbiome and improve human health.

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·October 23, 2018·6 min read

Gut Microbiota of Infants Predicts Obesity in Children

A new study reports the gut microbiota composition of a child at 2 years of age is associated with body mass index at age 12. Researchers say studying a toddler's gut bacteria may help identify children most at risk of obesity.

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·October 19, 2018·5 min read

Regulating Microglial Activity May Reduce Inflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers report activating microglia may help reduce the imbalance between neuroprotection and neurotoxicity for neurodegenerative diseases.

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·October 15, 2018·4 min read

Endurance Exercise Training Has Beneficial Effects on Gut Bacteria Composition

A new study reports six weeks of endurance exercise training has beneficial effects on gut bacteria composition. Researchers report exercise inflammation causing microbes decrease while microbes linked to enhanced metabolism increase.

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·October 11, 2018·3 min read

Link Between Gut Flora and Multiple Sclerosis Discovered

A new study reports T cells are activated in the intestines and migrate to the brain, causing an inflammatory cascade that may lead to multiple sclerosis. Researchers say the gut microbiome may play a more significant role in the development and progression of MS than previously believed.

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·October 9, 2018·5 min read

Blood Viruses Lead to Digestive Problems

WUSTL researchers report viruses such as West Nile and Zika can kill neurons in the gut, disrupting bowel movements and causing intestinal blockages.

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·October 3, 2018·5 min read

Connection Between Cognitive Function and Diet

A new study reports the Ketogenic diet can help to improve cognition. The study reports the Ketogenic diet can help improve balance in the gut microbiome, lower blood glucose levels and increase the processes that help to clear amyloid beta from the brain.

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·October 1, 2018·6 min read

Cancer Hijacks the Microbiome to Glut Itself on Glucose

Researchers report leukemia undercuts the normal ability of cells to consume glucose, leaving more glucose available to help feed the growth of cancer cells.

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·October 1, 2018·4 min read

Artificial Sweeteners Have Toxic Effects on Gut Bacteria

A new study reports FDA approved artificial sweeteners and some sports supplements are toxic to digestive gut bacteria. Researchers say the consumption of artificial sweeteners can adversely affect gut microbial activity, causing a wide range of health issues from cancers to type-2 diabetes.