Scientists link genetic makeup of bacteria in the human gut to several human diseases

by Harvard Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWe are truly never alone, not even within our own bodies. Human beings play host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other micr

Updated on: June 03,2024

Scientists link genetic makeup of bacteria in the human gut to several human diseases

by Harvard Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWe are truly never alone, not even within our own bodies. Human beings play host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other micr

Updated on:June 03,2024

Using prebiotics to help treat Parkinson's disease

by Ariana Baldassano,Rush University Medical CenterTen days of the prebiotic intervention had effects on biological outcomes. Credit:Nature Communications(2023). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-

Updated on: May 21,2024

Using prebiotics to help treat Parkinson's disease

by Ariana Baldassano,Rush University Medical CenterTen days of the prebiotic intervention had effects on biological outcomes. Credit:Nature Communications(2023). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-

Updated on:May 21,2024

Researchers identify key driver of fibrosis in Crohn's disease

by Kendall Daniels Rovinsky,University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of MedicineGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Host & Microbe(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.chom.2024.11.012Cro

Updated on: January 06,2025

Researchers identify key driver of fibrosis in Crohn's disease

by Kendall Daniels Rovinsky,University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of MedicineGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Host & Microbe(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.chom.2024.11.012Cro

Updated on:January 06,2025

Meet your gut microbes: Lactobacillus brevis—a fermentation superstar

by Leanne Timpson,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFermentation, one of the oldest food production andpreservation techniques, has seen a huge revival in recent years. Fro

Updated on: March 14,2024

Meet your gut microbes: Lactobacillus brevis—a fermentation superstar

by Leanne Timpson,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFermentation, one of the oldest food production andpreservation techniques, has seen a huge revival in recent years. Fro

Updated on:March 14,2024

Scientists reveal mechanism behind fecal microbiota transplantation

by Osaka City UniversityCredit: Satoshi Uematsu, Osaka City UniversityIn a study published inGastroenterology—Researchers at Osaka City University and the Institute for Medical Science, The

Updated on: June 03,2024

Scientists reveal mechanism behind fecal microbiota transplantation

by Osaka City UniversityCredit: Satoshi Uematsu, Osaka City UniversityIn a study published inGastroenterology—Researchers at Osaka City University and the Institute for Medical Science, The

Updated on:June 03,2024

Respiratory syncytial virus infection with inflammatory bowel disease ups risk for hospitalization

by Lori SolomonAdult patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection have an increased risk for hospitalization, according to a studypublished&nbsp

Updated on: September 02,2024

Respiratory syncytial virus infection with inflammatory bowel disease ups risk for hospitalization

by Lori SolomonAdult patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection have an increased risk for hospitalization, according to a studypublished&nbsp

Updated on:September 02,2024

Gastroschisis: A newborn bowel condition that requires specialty care

by Nadine A Yehya,UC DavisCredit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental DisabilitiesGastroschisis is a complex and costly birth condition

Updated on: May 10,2024

Gastroschisis: A newborn bowel condition that requires specialty care

by Nadine A Yehya,UC DavisCredit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental DisabilitiesGastroschisis is a complex and costly birth condition

Updated on:May 10,2024

Decoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain

by Pasteur InstituteDecoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain. Credit: Institut Pasteur / Pascal MarseaudGut microbiota by-products circulate in the bloodstream, regulatin

Updated on: June 06,2024

Decoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain

by Pasteur InstituteDecoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain. Credit: Institut Pasteur / Pascal MarseaudGut microbiota by-products circulate in the bloodstream, regulatin

Updated on:June 06,2024

Guidance issued for colonic volvulus, acute colonic pseudo-obstruction

(HealthDay)—In a clinical practice guideline issued by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and published in the September issue ofDiseases of the Colon & Rectum, recommendation

Updated on: June 08,2024

Guidance issued for colonic volvulus, acute colonic pseudo-obstruction

(HealthDay)—In a clinical practice guideline issued by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and published in the September issue ofDiseases of the Colon & Rectum, recommendation

Updated on:June 08,2024

Consuming prunes may improve the gut microbiome in postmenopausal women

by The California Prune BoardCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research published in the journalFood & Functionindicates that daily prune consumption may improve the gut fecal micro

Updated on: May 23,2024

Consuming prunes may improve the gut microbiome in postmenopausal women

by The California Prune BoardCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research published in the journalFood & Functionindicates that daily prune consumption may improve the gut fecal micro

Updated on:May 23,2024

Toddler constipation: How to help your child get relief

by Sue Benzuly, RNConstipation is no fun for toddlers, but you can help your child move through a bout of it.What is toddler constipation?According to theCleveland Clinic, your toddler may somet

Updated on: March 26,2024

Toddler constipation: How to help your child get relief

by Sue Benzuly, RNConstipation is no fun for toddlers, but you can help your child move through a bout of it.What is toddler constipation?According to theCleveland Clinic, your toddler may somet

Updated on:March 26,2024

A new tool for modeling the human gut microbiome

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyF. prausnitzii bacteria (blue, at top of image) grow above a layer of human mucosal barrier cells (green and blue). Credit: Jianbo ZhangSeveral thousand st

Updated on: May 28,2024

A new tool for modeling the human gut microbiome

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyF. prausnitzii bacteria (blue, at top of image) grow above a layer of human mucosal barrier cells (green and blue). Credit: Jianbo ZhangSeveral thousand st

Updated on:May 28,2024