While gut microbes may be associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, gut fungi are not, a new study reports. The study refutes the speculation gut anti-fungal treatments are helpful for Parkinson's patients. Read More
Promoting and maintaining a better gut microbial balance may help to protect against symptoms of anorexia in those with the eating disorder. Read More
B. longum APC1472 reduces blood glucose levels and reduces weight gain in mouse models. The bacteria also keep ghrelin, a hormone associated with hunger, and the stress hormone cortisol in check. Read More
The living environment has a significant impact on the skin microbiota, but not gut bacteria, in both humans and dogs. Read More
People who eat avocados daily have a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and promote gut health. They also had greater microbial diversity than those who consumed avocados less frequently. Read More
An imbalance in gut bacteria can cause the reduction of some metabolites, resulting in depression-like symptoms. The findings contribute to the growing body of evidence for the role the microbiome plays in brain function and mental health. Read More
An enzyme in the colon lining releases hydrogen peroxide to help protect the body from gut microbes. Read More
The natural sweetener Stevia disrupts communication between different bacterias in the gut. Read More
Study reveals the gut microbiome directly influences the makeup of the human immune system. Researchers found the concentration of different types of immune cells in the blood change in the presence of different bacterial strains in the gut. Read More
Normal sleep in mice is reliant upon bacteria that help produce neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, in the gut. Read More
Researchers have identified an association between antibiotics administered to children aged two and under, and an increased risk of ongoing conditions ranging from ADHD to obesity. Children exposed to numerous courses of antibiotics as toddlers were more likely to be diagnosed with continuous conditions later in childhood. The study speculates that while antibiotics may only have a transient effect on the developing microbiome, this may have an impact on long-term illness. Read More
Study confirms an association between an imbalance in gut bacteria and the development of amyloid plaques in the brains of humans. Read More
