Special Gut Bacteria May Help Kids' Lungs Fight Serious Infections
Researchers discovered that a helpful gut bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila, when specially packaged to survive digestion, may protect young mice from …
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Why a Philippine Plant Didn't Help Gut Bacteria as Expected
Scientists tested a traditional Philippine plant called Odontosoria biflora to see if it could help grow beneficial gut bacteria called Akkermansia …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Weight Gain From Fatty Foods
Scientists discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila might help prevent weight gain and fat buildup when people eat …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Muscle Loss in Aging
Researchers discovered that a specific gut bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila might help prevent muscle weakness that comes with aging. In studies with …
Read MoreNatural Compound Berberine Helps Restore Gut Health in Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers discovered that berberine, a compound from traditional Chinese medicine, may help treat a serious liver condition called metabolic …
Read MoreTiny Bacteria Packages Could Be the Future of Gut Health
Scientists are discovering that bacteria in your gut produce tiny packages called membrane vesicles that might help fight disease and improve health. Unlike …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Prevent Pregnancy Diabetes
Researchers discovered that a specific type of bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila, when specially treated, might help prevent gestational diabetes—a type …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria Makes a Vitamin B12 Helper
Scientists discovered how a helpful bacteria in your gut called Akkermansia muciniphila makes an important nutrient called cobamide, which is related to …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria and a Natural Compound Team Up to Fight Diabetes
Scientists discovered that a combination of a helpful gut bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila and a natural substance called butyrate may help control type …
Read MoreCan a Helpful Gut Bacteria Survive as a Probiotic?
Scientists tested whether a specific type of gut bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila can survive and thrive when taken as a probiotic supplement. Using a …
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