The human body has always been crowded with microscopic passengers, from bacteria to viruses and fungi. Over the past two ...

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

Bacteria in the human gut can directly deliver proteins into human cells, actively shaping immune responses. A consortium led ...

New research shows that the gene PTPN2 helps regulate gut bacteria and plays a key role in protecting the body from excessive inflammation. Scientists at the, Riverside, are uncovering how a single ge ...

Although it well known that the human gut contains a large and diverse array of bacteriophages, a functional understanding of the phage–host interactions is limited. This is, in part, due to a lack of ...

Ozempic and drugs like it have done wonders for weight loss by mimicking the natural hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which helps control blood sugar and appetite. Now a new study shows how ...

The human gut is home to trillions of beneficial microbes that play a crucial role in health. Disruptions in this delicate ...

Certain human gut microbes can absorb PFAS, offering potential protection against the harmful ‘forever chemicals’. Researchers at the University of Cambridge (UK) have used advanced proteomic and ...

We talk a lot about gut health these days. Probiotics, fiber, fermented foods. There’s a whole wellness industry dedicated to the ecosystem inside us. But here’s something most people don’t realize: ...

It’s common knowledge that breathing polluted air carries many health risks. A recent study reveals more specific details, ...