Health editor Hugh Pym revamped his diet after a test suggested his gut health appeared to look five years older than he was ...

You’re exposed to chemicals all day, whether it’s from skincare products, eating certain foods, or just getting dressed. But ...

By identifying the microbes and metabolic pathways responsible for a rare, gut-induced condition known as auto-brewery ...

Gut microbiome researcher Purna C. Kashyap, MBBS, shares the latest insights on the role of probiotics, disorders of the ...

Your digestive tract is home to trillions of bacteria that dictate your immunity and mental health; unfortunately, these ...

Inflammation is at the center of many of today’s most common chronic diseases — but what if the real starting point isn’t where most people think?

Scientists reveal how a rare gut disorder allows bacteria to produce alcohol inside the body, causing intoxication without drinking.

New research shows long-term sleep problems may change gut bacteria, increasing inflammation and health risks beyond the ...

A novel treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is on the horizon, with the discovery that two specific gut microbes produce serotonin that protects against inflammation and damage. Scientists ...

Probiotics interact with gut cells. This results in higher levels of specific proteins, known as anti-inflammatory cytokines. The presence of these cytokines brings in more macrophages and mononuclear ...

For many children and their families, migraine is more than just a headache. Recurrent pain can interrupt school life, limit ...

Microbiome is as unique as a fingerprint. These bacteria perform important jobs, including maintaining the intestinal barrier ...