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A global atlas of infant gut bacteria reveals commercial probiotics contain strains no longer found in modern babies, prompting researchers to call for...
Researchers found a mysterious gut bacteria called CAG-170 appears in healthy people worldwide—and could revolutionize how we design probiotics and detect...
Microbiome analysis can now detect pet health problems before symptoms appear. Veterinarians are using advanced testing to catch digestive issues and diseases...
Scientists discovered gut bacteria use syringe-like structures to inject proteins directly into human immune cells, opening doors to precision probiotics far beyond what we thought possible.
Forget complicated protocols. Science shows simple daily habits—from fiber to sleep—can transform your gut health in weeks.
New research reveals your microbiome influences immunity, brain health, and hormones. Here's what actually works to support it.
Fermented kimchi and trendy digestive gummies both claim to heal your gut, but science shows they work very differently—and one offers broader, more consistent benefits.
Most people focus on probiotics alone, but without prebiotics, beneficial bacteria can't survive. Here's the science-backed strategy that actually works.
Cambridge researchers found a mysterious bacterial group linked to better health—but it's nearly impossible to grow in labs, forcing the probiotic industry to rethink everything.
New research reveals how specific fermentable fibers can tackle perimenopause symptoms from weight gain to bone loss by feeding beneficial gut bacteria.
New research reveals how gut bacteria naturally detoxify harmful food contaminants called mycotoxins, and why probiotics could boost this defense.
New British guidelines reveal specific probiotic strains and everyday foods like kiwis can effectively treat chronic constipation affecting 1 in 10 adults.
New research reveals how gut bacteria control hunger, metabolism, and cravings—explaining why traditional dieting fails for many people.
Scientists can now identify gut bacteria, but measuring microbiome health remains surprisingly difficult—here's what actually matters.
New research shows a specific probiotic yeast can restore gut function after antibiotics by preserving beneficial bacteria and their healing compounds.
New research reveals gut microbes can literally rewire mouse brains to function like different primate species, suggesting your microbiome plays a bigger role in mental health than we thought.
Scientists discovered that combining bacteria-killing viruses with probiotics outperforms either treatment alone against drug-resistant food poisoning, offering a promising antibiotic alternative.
New research reveals how gut bacteria convert plant compounds into powerful health-boosting molecules, explaining why some people benefit more from healthy diets.
New research reveals common pesticides, plastics, and industrial chemicals are harming beneficial gut bacteria—and some are making them antibiotic-resistant.
New research reveals how beneficial gut microbes train the immune system to protect pregnancies, potentially explaining unexplained miscarriages.
Scientists discovered a gut bacteria molecule that doubled cancer treatment response in mice—and it can now be made into a human drug.
Scientists discover a large proportion of your body's serotonin is produced in your gut and communicates directly with your brain through the gut-brain axis.
Nearly 30% of antibiotic users experience constipation. Here's why your gut bacteria matter and how to fight back.
Nearly 30% of antibiotic users experience constipation because these drugs disrupt beneficial gut bacteria—here's how to protect your digestion.
Your large intestine houses 100 trillion microbial cells that produce vitamins, create energy, and communicate with your brain.
While probiotics add beneficial bacteria to your gut, prebiotics are the actual food that feeds them—and understanding this difference could transform your digestive health.
Dry January gets a healthy twist with kefir-based mocktails that pack probiotics, protein, and vitamins into every sip.
New research reveals breast milk transfers specific bacterial strains to babies, shaping gut health in ways scientists are just beginning to understand.
New research reveals why most probiotic supplements fail to work, while prebiotics emerge as the unsung heroes of gut health.
New research reveals how specific gut bacteria can protect against deadly secondary infections that often follow the flu.
New research reveals your gut microbiome operates like a sophisticated metabolic network, not just a collection of bacteria—and it's revolutionizing how we approach digestive health.
New research analyzing 80 clinical trials reveals exactly which foods boost beneficial gut bacteria and which ones harm your microbiome.
Scientists created microscopic robots from algae that carry probiotics directly to inflamed gut areas, showing remarkable success in treating IBD.
New research reveals gut bacteria are rapidly evolving to break down industrial starches in ultra-processed foods—a change happening in just decades.
New research identifies Turicibacter, a specific gut bacteria that prevents weight gain in mice by producing beneficial fats—even on high-fat diets.
