Using DNA sequencing for accurate identification of microbial infections in cystic fibrosis patients
Lung infections are a constant risk for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF), a life-threatening genetic disorder which…
New analytical strategies can measure thousands of gut microbial proteins
The trillions of microorganisms living in our intestine influence our health, from digestion and metabolism to immunity. Yet…
Coffee refill? Go for it, says American Heart Association, with note of caution. — Harvard Gazette
Good news for java enthusiasts: Earlier this month the American Heart Association released a statement endorsing up to…
Mcmaster researchers develop targeted phage therapy for inflammatory bowel disease
A research team at McMaster University has developed a targeted approach to treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) using…
The Unexpected Gut Health Risk of Cutting Out Sugar
Researchers found that mice on a sugar-free low-fat diet experienced disrupted gut bacteria, inflammation, insulin resistance, and signs…
Synthetic biology platform unmasks hidden bacterial targets of bacteriophages
An interdisciplinary team of Rice University researchers has uncovered previously unknown relationships between bacteriophages – viruses that infect…
The Probiotic Breakthrough for Natural Anxiety Relief and Better Mental Health
Scientists found that gut microbes may play a major role in keeping anxiety in check by producing indoles,…
Scientists Discover Common Medications May Secretly Alter Your Gut for Years
Researchers found that many commonly prescribed drugs, not just antibiotics, were linked to long-lasting microbial changes that could…
Next-generation probiotics: an outlook into current applications and future developments
Hill, C. et al. The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement on the scope and…
Guide to a healthy gut — Harvard Gazette
About 40 percent of Americans say their bowel movements, or lack thereof, are disruptive to their daily lives,…
Millions Take These IBS Drugs, But a New Study Finds Serious Risks
A large study found that some common IBS medications, including antidepressants, are associated with a slightly higher risk…
Autoimmune diseases may start in the gut: Early signs your immune system is turning against you and what you can do to restore balance
Your body often speaks in quiet tones—fatigue and bloating can hint at an underlying immune imbalance that starts…