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Study to decode microbe-gut signaling suggests potential new treatment for IBD

Study to decode microbe-gut signaling suggests potential new treatment for IBD

by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterControl mice show the ability to clear away an experimental infection (images in the left column). But mice with impaired antimicrobial program

Study to decode microbe-gut signaling suggests potential new treatment for IBD

by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterControl mice show the ability to clear away an experimental infection (images in the left column). But mice with impaired antimicrobial program
Examining the secrets of the microbiome

Examining the secrets of the microbiome

by Andrew Thurston,Boston UniversityRelative abundance of phyla (A) and the 20 most abundant genera (B), based on 16S rDNA sequencing. Data are depicted as estimated percentage relative abundanc

Examining the secrets of the microbiome

by Andrew Thurston,Boston UniversityRelative abundance of phyla (A) and the 20 most abundant genera (B), based on 16S rDNA sequencing. Data are depicted as estimated percentage relative abundanc
Antibiotics' effect on the mycobiome found to vary from person to person

Antibiotics' effect on the mycobiome found to vary from person to person

by American Society for MicrobiologyDynamic of the mycobiota characteristics in 22 healthy individuals during a 2-week period. (A) Fungal species relative abundances at 1-week apart time points f

Antibiotics' effect on the mycobiome found to vary from person to person

by American Society for MicrobiologyDynamic of the mycobiota characteristics in 22 healthy individuals during a 2-week period. (A) Fungal species relative abundances at 1-week apart time points f
Gut microbes may drive weight gain after smoking cessation

Gut microbes may drive weight gain after smoking cessation

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceGutting out the link between weight gain and smoking cessation. Credit: Weizmann Institute of ScienceCigarette smoking, practiced by over a billion people worldwid

Gut microbes may drive weight gain after smoking cessation

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceGutting out the link between weight gain and smoking cessation. Credit: Weizmann Institute of ScienceCigarette smoking, practiced by over a billion people worldwid
Apron Belly: How to Reduce Stomach Sagging

Apron Belly: How to Reduce Stomach Sagging

Apron Belly: How to Reduce Stomach SaggingByKelly BurchPublished on September 25, 2023Medically reviewed byJay N. Yepuri, MD"Apron belly" is a term commonly used to d

Apron Belly: How to Reduce Stomach Sagging

Apron Belly: How to Reduce Stomach SaggingByKelly BurchPublished on September 25, 2023Medically reviewed byJay N. Yepuri, MD"Apron belly" is a term commonly used to d
The Health Benefits of Fiber Supplements

The Health Benefits of Fiber Supplements

The Health Benefits of Fiber SupplementsHelps with Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS, and Diverticular DiseaseByAmber J. TrescaUpdated on October 24, 2022Medically reviewed byJonatha

The Health Benefits of Fiber Supplements

The Health Benefits of Fiber SupplementsHelps with Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS, and Diverticular DiseaseByAmber J. TrescaUpdated on October 24, 2022Medically reviewed byJonatha
Is a gluten-free diet right for you?

Is a gluten-free diet right for you?

Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?"Gluten is one of the mai

Is a gluten-free diet right for you?

Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?"Gluten is one of the mai
Crohn's disease: Preserving inflammation-free phases

Crohn's disease: Preserving inflammation-free phases

by Technical University MunichSmall intestinal crypts of Crohn´s disease patients. Credit: Prof. Dirk Haller / TUMCrohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the intestine that, in

Crohn's disease: Preserving inflammation-free phases

by Technical University MunichSmall intestinal crypts of Crohn´s disease patients. Credit: Prof. Dirk Haller / TUMCrohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the intestine that, in
Study sheds light on cellular interactions that lead to liver transplant survival

Study sheds light on cellular interactions that lead to liver transplant survival

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study inGastroenterologyidentifies how certain proteins in the immune system interact and lead to organ

Study sheds light on cellular interactions that lead to liver transplant survival

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study inGastroenterologyidentifies how certain proteins in the immune system interact and lead to organ
Researchers announce findings from landmark clinical trial for pediatric Crohn's disease

Researchers announce findings from landmark clinical trial for pediatric Crohn's disease

by University of North Carolina Health CareHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaCrohn's disease is a lifelong inf

Researchers announce findings from landmark clinical trial for pediatric Crohn's disease

by University of North Carolina Health CareHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaCrohn's disease is a lifelong inf
The Anatomy of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter

The Anatomy of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter

The Anatomy of the Lower Esophageal SphincterPart of the swallowing process that’s involved in acid reflux and GERDByAdrienne DellwoUpdated on October 13, 2023Medically reviewed by&n

The Anatomy of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter

The Anatomy of the Lower Esophageal SphincterPart of the swallowing process that’s involved in acid reflux and GERDByAdrienne DellwoUpdated on October 13, 2023Medically reviewed by&n