Top Gut Health News
Immunity
Fungus in the gut: One type is more friend than foe — when it ‘introduces’ itself first
Pneumonia severity, risk of death hinges on gut bacteria for older adults
Antibiotics can trigger deadly fungal infections by disrupting gut’s immune system
Obesity can ‘rewire’ immune system, causing some drugs to make other conditions worse
Clean hands, healthy gut: All that hand-washing and sanitizing during COVID slashed UK gut infections in half
Gut Brain Connection
How the gut could actually help diagnose concussions, predict recovery
Gut-brain connection: Your microbiome could dictate whether or not you suffer a stroke
Fecal transplants have ‘fountain of youth’ potential: Process reverses effects of aging in mice
Gut microbes control one of the brain’s most important functions, study discovers
Imbalance of gut bacteria may lead to Parkinson’s disease, studies show
Disease Prevention
Having a dog protects young children from Crohn’s disease, study finds
Why are Black individuals more likely to die from colorectal cancer?
Antibiotics may trigger IBD in older adults, study shows
Crohn’s disease: AI tool can predict recurrence after surgery
Pneumonia severity, risk of death hinges on gut bacteria for older adults
Mental Health
You’re more prone to bacterial infections when you’re stressed out, study shows
Mouse study demonstrates how gut bacteria cause anxiety, regulate emotions
3 in 5 people didn’t know that their gut impacts mental health, survey says
Digital health program Digbi now uses ethnicity, gender to personalize care
New treatment could curb overeating habits, help people with obesity adopt gut-healthy lifestyle
Gut Biome
Here’s how microbes key to digestion also keep gut function in check
Fungus in the gut: One type is more friend than foe — when it ‘introduces’ itself first
Link between statins and gut microbiome could lead to personalized treatments for high cholesterol
Pneumonia severity, risk of death hinges on gut bacteria for older adults
Frequent UTIs could be caused by antibiotics and gut bacteria, study shows
Children’s Gut Health
Having a dog protects young children from Crohn’s disease, study finds
Changes in gut viruses may predict a fatal disease in preterm infants
Water treated with chlorine won’t harm gut health in children, study shows
Role of gut microbiome during infancy depends on whether child is girl or boy
Gut microbiome plays key role in how babies experience fear
Gut Healthy Diet
Here’s how microbes key to digestion also keep gut function in check
High-fiber diet helps stave off antibiotic resistance in the gut
Going vegan for 3 months significantly improves health in overweight and diabetic adults
Are we wired to eat healthy? Surprising study finds humans possess intuitive ‘nutritional wisdom’
Keto diet triggers activation of molecule that stops colorectal cancer
Supplements
Probiotic dessert: Mixmi Froyo prioritizes gut health in new frozen yogurt
Do probiotics really work? New coating ensures beneficial bacteria reach target in gut
Supplement found in baby formula can help boost gut health in cats and dogs, too
Probiotics may ward off respiratory infections, especially in overweight and elderly people
3 Ways to Manage Anxiety Through Gut Health
Latest News
Scientists unveil vast cell atlas that ‘deepens understanding of biology,’ opens doors to new treatmentsMay 23, 2022
Having a dog protects young children from Crohn’s disease, study findsMay 23, 2022
Here’s how microbes key to digestion also keep gut function in checkMay 20, 2022
Why are Black individuals more likely to die from colorectal cancer?May 19, 2022
Fungus in the gut: One type is more friend than foe — when it ‘introduces’ itself firstMay 18, 2022
Antibiotics may trigger IBD in older adults, study showsMay 18, 2022
Crohn’s disease: AI tool can predict recurrence after surgeryMay 17, 2022
Link between statins and gut microbiome could lead to personalized treatments for high cholesterolMay 17, 2022
Pneumonia severity, risk of death hinges on gut bacteria for older adultsMay 16, 2022