Early biomarkers predict infections after breast reconstruction surgery
In the U.S., one in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime, and about half of…
Health benefits and risks uncovered
A new review finds that while the carnivore diet may deliver short-term improvements, weak evidence and emerging risks…
How modern lifestyles reprogram the gut microbiome and shape disease risk
From jet lag and poor sleep to exercise and chronic stress, this review unpacks how everyday lifestyle factors…
Chemotherapy-induced gut changes trigger anti-metastatic immune response
Chemotherapy commonly damages the intestinal lining, a well-known side effect. But this injury does not remain confined to…
Bacteria behind Nagashima-type palmoplantar keratosis foot odor identified
The distinct foot odor that comes with the skin disorder Nagashima-type palmoplantar keratosis (NPPK) is caused by the…
Blood lipid–hormone ratios predict future asthma attacks years in advance
A large biobank study reveals that subtle imbalances between inflammatory lipids and steroids in the blood can identify…
Polyamines reshape protein phosphorylation to guide key cellular fate decisions
Polyamines are small molecules naturally present in all cells and are critical in guiding cellular decisions, whereas an…
Streptococcus anginosus metabolites fuel gastric cancer
A recent study published in the medical journal Gut has revealed a novel cancer-promoting mechanism of Streptococcus anginosus (Sa). The research…
Gut microbe metabolite TMA improves blood sugar by shutting down a key inflammatory switch
A microbial metabolite long linked to cardiovascular risk emerges as a surprising ally against metabolic inflammation, revealing how…
The future of cancer detection could be just a blood test away, say scientists
The prospect of diagnosing cancer through painless methods—such as a simple AI-assisted blood or urine test that detects…
Eating lean beef as part of MED diet could improve gut diversity
New clinical trial evidence suggests that replacing an American-style diet with a Mediterranean eating pattern, while still consuming…
The role of dietary supplements
New research reveals how everyday supplements like protein, creatine, and vitamin D may help keep muscles strong, but…