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·June 14, 2023·6 min read

Gut Microbiome Shifts: An Early Warning for Alzheimer’s Disease?

The composition of gut bacteria in individuals at the earliest stage of Alzheimer's disease is notably different from those in healthy people. The finding paves the way for the potential use of gut bacterial composition as a means to identify individuals at a higher risk of developing dementia.

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·June 13, 2023·4 min read

Gut-Brain Connection Illuminated

Researchers unlocked new aspects of the complex gut-brain connection using a vibrating capsule ingested by participants. This unique methodology allowed researchers to directly measure neural responses during gastrointestinal stimulation.

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·April 27, 2023·6 min read

Is Your Emotional Wellbeing Related to Your Gut Health? New Study Reveals Possible Link in Women

Gut bacteria have been linked to positive emotions, such as happiness and hopefulness, and good emotion management skills. Researchers have discovered that people who suppress their emotions have a less diverse gut microbiome, while people who report happier emotions have lower levels of certain bacterium.

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·April 18, 2023·4 min read

Slowing Early-Stage ALS With Microbiota Transplantations

Fecal microbiota transplantation from healthy individuals can help slow the progression of early ALS by altering a patient's microbiome and intervening in the inflammation process.

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·April 11, 2023·11 min read

Untangling the Mystery of Sleep to Reveal an Unexpected Link Between the Brain and Gut

Preventing oxidation in the gut could counteract the effects of sleep loss, a new study reports.

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·April 5, 2023·3 min read

Do Altered Gut Microbes Affect Risk of ADHD?

The Candida albicans species of gut bacteria are abundant in children with ADHD. Candida albicans increase the permeability of cells lining the intestines. This may create a "leaky gut" that allows bacteria to flow into the bloodstream and ultimately results in inflammation throughout the body and brain.

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·March 24, 2023·3 min read

Clues to the Cause of Chronic Gut Pain

A specific pathway of nerves and cells that link the gut to the brain may be responsible for chronic gut pain. Chronic gut pain is commonly associated with IBS, and mental health disorders including anxiety and depression.

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·March 20, 2023·5 min read

Immune System Cells in the Gut Linked to Stress-Induced Depression

Study identifies an intestinal immune cell that impacts the gut microbiome, affecting brain functions linked to depression and stress.

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·March 14, 2023·5 min read

Molecular Component of Caffeine May Play a Role in Gut Health

Xanthine, a purine metabolite found in caffeinated products such as coffee and tea, and in chocolate, appears to play a role in TH17 cell differentiation in the gut. The findings may lead to a better understanding of gut health and shed new light on the development of inflammatory disorders such as IBD.

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·March 1, 2023·5 min read

Three Intestinal Bacteria Found in Dementia With Lewy Bodies Identified

Study identifies three different bacteria involved in Lewy body dementia. The findings provide new biomarkers for diagnosing the disease, and potential new avenues for therapeutic development.