Probiotic could guard against Parkinson’s
Building on previous research that links gut bacteria to the development of Parkinson's disease, researchers identified a probiotic which prevents the formation of alpha-synuclein.... Read More...
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Fecal transplantation to treat patients with Parkinson’s disease: Hope or hype?
Study reflects on the possible use of fecal microbiome transplants and pre/probiotics to help with the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Findings reveal fecal transplants have not yet been proven to be effective for motor symptoms associated with the condition, and probiotics have only been shown to assist with constipation.... Read More...
Anxiety might be alleviated by regulating gut bacteria
A new meta-analysis study reports regulating intestinal microbiota is more than 50% effective at helping to reduce anxiety. Non-probiotic interventions were more effective than probiotic interventions at helping to relieve symptoms. ... Read More...
Probiotic-derived molecule may suppress fatal brain inflammation
Capsular polysaccharide A (PSA), an envelope molecule, may help to boost the immune system and protect against potentially fatal neuroinflammation associated with Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE). Mice given PSA survived exposure to a lethal herpes simplex viral infection, while those not treated with the probiotic did not, despite both groups being treated with a common antiviral used to treat HSE.... Read More...
Breastmilk Sugars Differ in Pregnant Women on Probiotics
Researchers report human milk oligosaccharides, complex sugars in human breastmilk, may change in pregnant women who are taking probiotics. ... Read More...
Human Gut Study Questions Probiotic Health Benefits
According to researchers, probiotics may not be as effective as most believe. Researchers report many people's digestive tracts prevent standard probiotics from successfully colonizing them.... Read More...
Baby Poop May Be a Source of Beneficial Probiotics
Researchers have developed a probiotic 'cocktail' from gut bacteria found in infant feces. They say the 'cocktail' could help to increase the body's ability to produce short chain fatty acids. The probiotic could be used to help those suffering from cancers, autoimmune disorders, obesity, diabetes and other disorders which limit the ability of the body to produce SCFAs naturally. ... Read More...
Probiotic Use is a Link Between Brain Fogginess and Severe Bloating
A new study reveals probiotic use can result in a significant accumulation of bacteria in the small intestine. Researchers say the bacterial accumulation can result in brain fogginess and significant belly bloating.... Read More...
No Proof Probiotics Ease Anxiety
Researchers find no evidence to back up the claim that probiotics can help to reduce anxiety.... Read More...
The Latest Science on Breastfeeding
It is well known that breastfeeding is beneficial for mother child bonding and infant health. New research investigates why breastfeeding is so beneficial and points to previously unknown health benefits for mother and child.... Read More...
The Secret to Longevity is in the Microbiome and Gut
Feeding fruit flies a combination of probiotics and Triphala, a herbal supplement, increased longevity by 60% and protected them against age related diseases, researchers report.... Read More...
Helpful Intestinal Bacteria Counteracts Tendency to Depression
In a new study using rat models, researchers report adding a certain lactic acid bacteria to the diet can help to prevent a type of depression linked to an unhealthy lifestyle.... Read More...