Browsing: Gut Health & Microbiome

More people are focusing on their gut health, as fibermaxxing goes mainstream, colorectal cancer rises among young adults and personalized gut microbiome treatments become increasingly popular

The human gut teems with bacteria and other microbes. They contribute to our health but also influence our susceptibility to certain diseases, including type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.

A landmark Swedish study published Tuesday found that the composition of bacteria in your gut can reliably flag your risk of developing type 2 diabetes years before blood sugar levels reach any clinical threshold — and that whether those bacteria protect you or harm you may depend almost entirely on how much fiber you eat

Analysis of 3,000 human microbiomes and over 1,300 phytonutrients indicated that at least 775 plant compounds can be modified by gut bacteria

The gut microbiome, which consists of the vast community of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms living in the digestive tract, plays a crucial role in overall health. It influences digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, metabolism, and even aspects of mental well-being

A new Yale-led study provides evidence that industrialized lifestyles are changing how people regulate estrogen and other hormones through the gut microbiome — the ecosystem of microbes inside the digestive system. 

As you sip your prebiotic soda and contemplate whether fibermaxxing is actually a good idea (spoiler: it is), you’ve probably already noticed that gut health is having a major moment. Just take a look on social media and you’ll find thousands of #guthealth reels, each promising the next miracle food for a happier microbiome. And…

Researchers at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) have found that older adults with higher levels of Akkermansia muciniphila – a next-generation probiotic increasingly recognized for its health benefits – show significantly lower levels of amyloid-beta accumulation in the brain, a key biological hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. 

Scientists want to use the bacteria living in your gut and mouth to help you sleep better at night

Gut bacteria evolve rapidly in response to different diets, UCLA evolutionary biologists report in a new study. The researchers found that gene variants that help microbes digest starches found in ultra-processed foods have “swept” the genomes of some species of gut bacteria in industrialized parts of the world. Because these starches are industrially produced and have…