Latin Americans with greater Native American ancestry may be more susceptible to liver failure

by University College LondonEF CLIF infographic showing results of the ACLARA study in Latin America. Credit: EF CLIFDifferences in the percentage of Native American ancestry in Latin American pe

Updated on: March 28,2024

Latin Americans with greater Native American ancestry may be more susceptible to liver failure

by University College LondonEF CLIF infographic showing results of the ACLARA study in Latin America. Credit: EF CLIFDifferences in the percentage of Native American ancestry in Latin American pe

Updated on:March 28,2024

Fecal microbial transplants show lack of predictability when no prior antibiotic treatment is given to recipient

by University of Alabama at BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA fecal microbial transplant—giving a recipient fecal matter from a donor to change the recipient's gut microbial commun

Updated on: June 22,2024

Fecal microbial transplants show lack of predictability when no prior antibiotic treatment is given to recipient

by University of Alabama at BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA fecal microbial transplant—giving a recipient fecal matter from a donor to change the recipient's gut microbial commun

Updated on:June 22,2024

A new strain of a well-known probiotic might offer help for infants' intestinal problems

by University of HelsinkiCredit: CC0 Public DomainLacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG, or LGG, is the most studied probiotic bacterium in the world. However, its features are not perfect, as it is un

Updated on: April 01,2024

A new strain of a well-known probiotic might offer help for infants' intestinal problems

by University of HelsinkiCredit: CC0 Public DomainLacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG, or LGG, is the most studied probiotic bacterium in the world. However, its features are not perfect, as it is un

Updated on:April 01,2024

Scientists uncover the process behind protein mutations that impact gut health

by St. Michael's Hospital"Though we have discovered a lot regarding the impact of mutations of NOD 1 and NOD 2 on IBD, there hasn't been a satisfying reason as to why some variants c

Updated on: June 03,2024

Scientists uncover the process behind protein mutations that impact gut health

by St. Michael's Hospital"Though we have discovered a lot regarding the impact of mutations of NOD 1 and NOD 2 on IBD, there hasn't been a satisfying reason as to why some variants c

Updated on:June 03,2024

Study finds probiotic supplement helps to form a mature microbiome in extremely preterm infants

by University of CalgaryCredit: CC0 Public DomainUniversity of Calgary researchers have shown probiotic supplements can help form a healthy microbiome in the gut of the tiniest infants who are bo

Updated on: April 15,2024

Study finds probiotic supplement helps to form a mature microbiome in extremely preterm infants

by University of CalgaryCredit: CC0 Public DomainUniversity of Calgary researchers have shown probiotic supplements can help form a healthy microbiome in the gut of the tiniest infants who are bo

Updated on:April 15,2024

Understanding the role of gut microbiome in gestational diabetes

by University of Illinois at ChicagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers at University of Illinois Chicago have identified changes in the gut microbiome that can lead to gestational diabe

Updated on: June 01,2024

Understanding the role of gut microbiome in gestational diabetes

by University of Illinois at ChicagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers at University of Illinois Chicago have identified changes in the gut microbiome that can lead to gestational diabe

Updated on:June 01,2024

Study investigates assumptions about colonoscopy accuracy

by Argonne National LaboratoryCancer cell during cell division. Credit: National Institutes of HealthIf you're over 45, chances are your doctor has told you to get screened for colorectal can

Updated on: April 20,2024

Study investigates assumptions about colonoscopy accuracy

by Argonne National LaboratoryCancer cell during cell division. Credit: National Institutes of HealthIf you're over 45, chances are your doctor has told you to get screened for colorectal can

Updated on:April 20,2024

Processed foods highly correlated with obesity epidemic in the US

by George Washington UniversityLeigh Frame. Credit: George Washington UniversityAs food consumed in the U.S. becomes more and more processed, obesity may become more prevalent. Through reviewing

Updated on: June 12,2024

Processed foods highly correlated with obesity epidemic in the US

by George Washington UniversityLeigh Frame. Credit: George Washington UniversityAs food consumed in the U.S. becomes more and more processed, obesity may become more prevalent. Through reviewing

Updated on:June 12,2024

Using artificial intelligence to assess ulcerative colitis

by Tokyo Medical and Dental UniversityThe captured endoscopic images were transferred to the DNUC. Superimposed images were created from the original endoscopic image by filling in the tiles with a sp

Updated on: May 21,2024

Using artificial intelligence to assess ulcerative colitis

by Tokyo Medical and Dental UniversityThe captured endoscopic images were transferred to the DNUC. Superimposed images were created from the original endoscopic image by filling in the tiles with a sp

Updated on:May 21,2024

Opioids frequently prescribed to patients with cirrhosis

by Elana Gotkine HealthDay ReporterOpioids are frequently prescribed to patients with cirrhosis, often without a pain diagnosis, according to a research letter published online Dec. 8 inClinical

Updated on: February 19,2024

Opioids frequently prescribed to patients with cirrhosis

by Elana Gotkine HealthDay ReporterOpioids are frequently prescribed to patients with cirrhosis, often without a pain diagnosis, according to a research letter published online Dec. 8 inClinical

Updated on:February 19,2024

Antioxidant-rich powders from blueberry, persimmon waste could be good for gut microbiota

by American Chemical SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainFeeding the world's growing population in a sustainable way is no easy task. That's why scientists are exploring options for transform

Updated on: June 20,2024

Antioxidant-rich powders from blueberry, persimmon waste could be good for gut microbiota

by American Chemical SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainFeeding the world's growing population in a sustainable way is no easy task. That's why scientists are exploring options for transform

Updated on:June 20,2024

Study examines fermented milks' potential benefits for decreasing high BP through modulation of gut microbiota

by ElsevierAssociation between dysbiosis of gut microbiota and hypertension. Credit:Journal of Dairy ScienceIn recent years, fermented dairy foods have been gaining attention for their heal

Updated on: April 09,2024

Study examines fermented milks' potential benefits for decreasing high BP through modulation of gut microbiota

by ElsevierAssociation between dysbiosis of gut microbiota and hypertension. Credit:Journal of Dairy ScienceIn recent years, fermented dairy foods have been gaining attention for their heal

Updated on:April 09,2024