Innovative approaches target PAR2 receptor to alleviate gut pain
Abdominal pain is a hallmark of many digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome. In…
Fungi’s ancient origins: How they shaped life on Earth a billion years ago
Fungi live in all corners of the world. They live in soil, float in the air, and thrive…
Does yogurt strengthen your bones?
Despite its rich nutrients and probiotics, yogurt shows little impact on fracture prevention or bone strength, highlighting the…
Soft Drinks’ Effect on the Gut Tied to Major Depression Risk
Soft drink consumption is linked to a higher risk for major depressive disorder (MDD) and more severe symptoms…
Breakthrough virus cocktail kills antibiotic-resistant superbugs
In one of the busiest hospitals in Melbourne, a potentially fatal epidemic of antibiotic-resistant germs compelled physicians and…
Gene loss drives adaptive evolution of a pandemic pathogen
A study published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution, led by Chinese researchers, has revealed a surprising…
Patented antibacterial polymer technology prevents secondary cavities
The Basic to Breakthrough series chronicles how investments from the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science at…
Oral microbiome linked to threefold higher pancreatic cancer risk
Twenty-seven species of bacteria and fungi among the hundreds that live in people’s mouths have been collectively tied…
Carrot fiber supplement boosts gut bacteria and immune defenses
In just four weeks, a daily 500 mg dose of carrot-derived fiber enriched beneficial Bifidobacteria, firmed stools, and…
Vitamin D2 supplementation linked to decrease in natural vitamin D3 concentration
Taking vitamin D2 might lower the body’s levels of the more efficient form of vitamin D, vitamin D3,…
How milk pasteurization shapes preterm infants’ gut health
Holder pasteurization fosters richer gut microbiomes in preterm infants, closely mimicking the benefits of mothers’ own milk, while…
Unlocking hidden soil microbes for new antibiotics
Most bacteria cannot be cultured in the lab-and that’s been bad news for medicine. Many of our frontline…