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New Bacteria Strain Shows Promise as a Natural Gut Health Helper
Scientists discovered that a specific type of bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei UFTM 2.9 has strong potential to be used as a probiotic—a beneficial …
Read MoreSpecial 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 …
Read MoreTraditional Indonesian Cassava Food Contains Helpful Bacteria
Researchers studied gatot, a traditional fermented cassava food from Indonesia, to understand what helpful bacteria it contains. They collected samples from …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Inflammation and Boost Immunity
Scientists discovered three new strains of beneficial bacteria called Parabacteroides distasonis that live in healthy human guts. In laboratory tests, these …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help You Digest Milk Better?
Many people around the world struggle to digest lactose, a natural sugar found in milk and dairy products. When your body doesn't make enough of an enzyme …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria's Superpower: Bouncing Back From Stress
Your gut is home to trillions of tiny bacteria that do important jobs for your health. These bacteria need to be tough and flexible—able to handle challenges …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help People Get Pregnant? What Science Shows
Scientists are exploring whether special bacteria called probiotics might help people who struggle with infertility. The female reproductive system has its own …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Stop Binge Eating
Researchers discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Ligilactobacillus murinus may help reduce binge eating by boosting a brain chemical called …
Read MoreFermented Grape Waste May Help Fight Food Poisoning Infections
Researchers discovered that fermented grape pomace—a leftover product from winemaking—may help protect against Salmonella food poisoning in mice. When mice ate …
Read MoreGum Disease May Trigger Gut Problems Through Bacteria Changes
Researchers discovered that gum disease (periodontitis) can cause inflammation in your intestines by changing the bacteria in your gut. When gum disease …
Read MoreProbiotics and Turmeric Together Don't Work Better for Blood Sugar
Researchers tested whether probiotics (healthy bacteria) and curcumin (a compound from turmeric) could help control blood sugar and reduce cell damage in rats …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria From Fermented Food May Help Lower Cholesterol
Researchers studied a type of helpful bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum that comes from paocai, a traditional fermented Chinese vegetable. In …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Kidneys Through Gut Health
Researchers discovered that certain helpful bacteria called Bifidobacterium bifidum can protect kidneys from damage by improving gut health. They tested 39 …
Read MoreNew Way to Keep Probiotics Alive in Your Stomach
Scientists created a special protective coating for helpful bacteria called probiotics that keeps them alive as they travel through your digestive system. …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Keep Your Bones Strong as You Age
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines play a bigger role in bone health than anyone realized. This review looked …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Affect Heart Rhythm in Kidney Disease
Scientists discovered that when people have chronic kidney disease, their gut bacteria can become unbalanced in ways that increase the risk of irregular …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Help Mice Lose Weight and Control Blood Sugar
Scientists created a special type of bacteria in the lab that might help fight type 2 diabetes. They tested it on mice that were overweight and had trouble …
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Gut Bacteria Helps You Eat Healthier
Researchers in Turkey studied 420 adults to see if knowing about gut bacteria (the tiny organisms living in your stomach) connects to eating healthier and …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Babies With Itchy, Inflamed Skin?
Researchers looked at 22 different studies about whether probiotics (helpful bacteria) can reduce eczema and skin inflammation in babies and young children. …
Read MoreGood Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Painful Gallstones
Researchers discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus taiwanensis may protect against gallstone formation. When mice ate an …
Read MoreHow Your Food Shapes Your Gut Bugs and Affects Aging
Scientists created a massive map showing how the food you eat changes the bacteria in your gut, which then affects your health as you age. They studied over …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Fight Skin Cancer in New Study
Researchers discovered that a specific type of beneficial bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum FLPL05, found in people who live very long lives in …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Cells Balance Fighting Germs and Absorbing Food
Scientists discovered that a special channel in your intestinal cells acts like a traffic controller, deciding whether your gut should focus on absorbing …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Strain Shows Promise for Fatty Liver Disease
Scientists created a new type of helpful gut bacteria by letting it evolve naturally inside mice's stomachs, similar to how animals adapt to their environment …
Read MoreCould This Friendly Bacteria Help Fight Food Allergies?
Scientists used computer analysis to study 161 different types of Lactobacillus bacteria (the "good" bacteria found in yogurt and fermented foods) to see which …
Read MoreTwo Treatments Help Kids With Recurring Fevers Feel Better
Researchers studied 130 children with PFAPA—a condition causing repeated fevers, mouth sores, sore throats, and swollen neck glands. They compared two …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria Affect Muscle Loss as You Age
As we get older, our muscles naturally get weaker—a condition called sarcopenia that can lead to falls and other health problems. Scientists are discovering …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Mix May Help Protect Your Heart
Researchers tested whether a combination of helpful bacteria and a special sugar could protect mice from heart disease caused by eating too much cholesterol. …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Lower Cholesterol and Reduce Inflammation
Researchers discovered a new type of helpful bacteria called MacFasB02 that might help people with high cholesterol. The bacteria was found in monkeys that …
Read MoreA Gut Bacteria May Help Your Liver Handle Too Much Sugar
Eating too much fructose (a type of sugar) can damage your liver, but scientists found that a helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus murinus might protect it. …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Affect Transplant Complications
When someone receives a bone marrow transplant, their new immune cells sometimes attack their body—a serious problem called graft-versus-host disease. …
Read MoreNew Ways to Keep Probiotics Alive on Their Journey Through Your Gut
Probiotics are helpful bacteria that can improve your digestion and immune system, but they often die before reaching your intestines because of stomach acid …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Prevent Cavities in Kids?
Researchers reviewed 12 studies to see if probiotics—the "good bacteria" found in some foods and supplements—could help prevent cavities in children and …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Reduce Pain and Inflammation in Endometriosis
Researchers tested whether probiotics (beneficial bacteria) could help reduce inflammation in people with endometriosis, a painful condition where tissue grows …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Coating Could Help Treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Scientists created a special protective coating for beneficial bacteria (probiotics) that helps them survive the journey through your digestive system and …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Obesity and Metabolic Problems
Scientists discovered that a common gut bacteria called Phocaeicola vulgatus might help prevent obesity-related health problems. When researchers gave this …
Read MoreNew Bacteria Could Help Make Plant-Based Foods Healthier
Scientists discovered and mapped the genetic blueprint of a special bacteria found in Austrian cheese that could be used to make plant-based foods more …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Prevent Gut Slowdown After Surgery
After abdominal surgery, patients often experience a frustrating complication where their intestines move food too slowly, causing bloating and longer hospital …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Help Sick Calves Fight Off Harmful Germs
Researchers found that giving calves a special mix of helpful bacteria (called probiotics) can treat diarrhea caused by harmful E. coli germs without using …
Read MoreBreast Milk Bacteria May Help Fight Stubborn Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are becoming harder to treat because bacteria are developing resistance to antibiotics. Scientists are exploring a natural …
Read MoreGut Bacteria Helpers: New Ways to Fight Metabolic Syndrome
Scientists are discovering that special substances called prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics can help fix problems with your gut bacteria, which may …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Against Gluten Damage
Scientists discovered that certain helpful bacteria might protect intestinal cells from damage caused by gluten. When people with celiac disease eat gluten, …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotic From Breast Milk May Help Heal Inflamed Intestines
Researchers tested a new probiotic bacteria called Bifidobacterium breve that comes from human breast milk to see if it could help treat intestinal …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Break Down a Common Body Compound
Scientists studied how certain bacteria in your gut digest hyaluronan, a substance found naturally in your body and in some supplements. Using advanced lab …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Protect Your Eyes From Age-Related Vision Loss
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system might play a surprising role in protecting your eyesight as you age. A new review …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Your Body Handle Sugar Better?
Your body naturally processes sugar, but sometimes this process creates harmful substances called AGEs that can damage your health over time. These AGEs are …
Read MoreBerry Compound May Help Restore Gut Health After Antibiotics
When people take antibiotics, the medication can kill helpful bacteria in their gut along with the harmful ones. This study found that ellagic acid—a natural …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria May Help Your Brain Stay Healthy
Scientists discovered that two types of helpful bacteria in your gut—Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG and Bifidobacterium longum 1714—may help your brain work …
Read MoreProbiotic Pill Alone Won't Fix Heart Health in Obese Adults
Researchers tested whether a specific probiotic (a type of beneficial bacteria) could improve heart and metabolic health in obese adults over 90 days. While …
Read MoreWhy Your Probiotics Might Not Work (And How Science Is Fixing That)
Scientists are discovering that probiotics don't work the same way for everyone because our bodies, gut bacteria, and lifestyles are all different. This review …
Read MoreLive or Dead Bacteria Both Help Protect Gut Health
Scientists discovered that a special type of bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei HY2782 can protect your gut from inflammation and damage, whether …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria: Nature's Shield Against Dangerous Infections
Scientists reviewed decades of research on how the bacteria living in your gut protect you from getting sick with dangerous drug-resistant infections. Your gut …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Pill Fixes Gut Damage from Fatty Foods
Eating too much fatty food can mess up the helpful bacteria in your stomach and damage your gut's protective lining. Scientists tested a special type of …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Healthy Brain Aging
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a surprising role in keeping your brain healthy as you age. As we get older, …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Muscles from Steroid Damage
Steroids like dexamethasone can cause muscles to shrink and weaken, a problem for people taking these medications long-term. Researchers discovered that a …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Control How Well You Stick to Healthy Eating
Scientists discovered that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might play a bigger role in controlling your eating habits than anyone thought. …
Read MoreSpecial Capsules Help Probiotics Fight Gut Inflammation
Scientists created tiny capsules made of alginate (a natural substance from seaweed) to protect helpful bacteria as they travel through your digestive system. …
Read MoreSpecial Yeasts from the Amazon May Help You Live Longer
Scientists discovered that certain types of wild yeast found in South American rainforests and wetlands might help organisms live longer and stay healthier. …
Read MoreFermented Rice May Help Grow Healthy Gut Bacteria
Researchers discovered that fermented rice made with a special mold called Aspergillus oryzae contains an enzyme that helps a beneficial gut bacteria called …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Protect Your Liver from Alcohol Damage
Researchers found that heavy drinking depletes helpful bacteria in your gut, which can damage your liver. In this study of 127 people and laboratory mice, …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Treatment Stops Piglet Diarrhea and Boosts Gut Health
When baby piglets are weaned (switched from mother's milk to solid food), they often get sick with diarrhea because their gut bacteria get out of balance. …
Read MoreGut Bacteria May Help Brains Recover After Stroke
Scientists discovered that special bacteria called probiotics might help reduce brain damage after a stroke. In this study, researchers gave probiotics to rats …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria Talk to Your Liver and Kidneys
Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria that do much more than just help with digestion. New research shows these bacteria produce special chemicals that …
Read MoreDead Bacteria That Help You: The New Gut Health Breakthrough
Scientists are discovering that you don't need living bacteria to get health benefits—dead bacteria and their byproducts, called postbiotics, might work just …
Read MoreCould Special Bacteria Help Your Body Absorb More Magnesium?
Scientists studied a type of helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus to see if it could soak up magnesium like a sponge. Magnesium is important …
Read MoreScientists Learn to Edit Probiotic Bacteria for Better Health Benefits
Researchers have figured out how to safely edit the genes of Bifidobacterium lactis, a popular probiotic bacteria found in yogurt and supplements. By using a …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Be Key to Fighting Childhood Obesity
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system might play a bigger role in childhood obesity than we thought. This research …
Read MoreHow the Foods You Eat Protect Your Gut Health
Your gut has a special lining that acts like a security guard, deciding what gets into your body and what stays out. Scientists have discovered that different …
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 MoreHow Your Child's Gut Bacteria Affect Brain Health and Digestion
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your child's stomach and intestines play a huge role in their overall health—not just …
Read MoreNew Test Detects How Probiotics Change Your Gut Health
Scientists developed a new way to analyze the tiny smell-producing chemicals in poop to understand how probiotics and gluten affect gut health. They studied 50 …
Read MoreDo Probiotic Supplements Really Improve Your Gut Health?
Researchers looked at 47 studies involving over 1,000 healthy people to see if probiotic supplements (the "good bacteria" pills many people take) actually make …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria From Cheese May Help Your Cells Clean Themselves
Scientists discovered that a type of bacteria found in cheese called Lactobacillus helveticus VEL12193 might help your body's cells stay healthy by triggering …
Read MoreWhy Some Probiotics Work and Others Don't: A Kidney Stone Story
Scientists studied why probiotic treatments don't always work the same way for everyone. They focused on a special bacteria called Oxalobacter that helps break …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria May Help Control Your Genes
Scientists are discovering that certain helpful bacteria in your gut might influence how your genes work without changing your DNA itself. Think of it like …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Lower Body Fat and Blood Pressure
Researchers tested whether a specific type of beneficial bacteria called Limosilactobacillus reuteri could help improve health in people aged 50-69. Ten …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria Help Your Body Use Plant Nutrients Better
Scientists discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Enterococcus sp. rutin_18 can transform a plant compound called rutin into a more useful form …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Control How Your Body Stores Fat
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach and intestines play a huge role in whether your body gains or loses …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Cancer Better
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a surprising role in how well cancer treatments work. These tiny organisms …
Read MoreGood Bacteria May Help Your Heart and Liver Stay Healthy
Scientists studied a type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus crispatus that naturally lives in women's bodies. They discovered this bacteria might do …
Read MoreCan a Probiotic Help Stop Weight Gain from Fatty Foods?
Scientists wanted to understand how eating lots of fatty foods changes the tiny bacteria living in our stomachs, and whether a specific probiotic called …
Read MoreGut Bacteria May Help Break Down Harmful Compounds in Cooked Meat
When we cook meat at high temperatures, it creates harmful compounds called AGEs that our bodies struggle to break down. Scientists discovered that a common …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria from Tea May Help Fight Weight Gain and High Cholesterol
Scientists discovered that a special type of bacteria found in fermented tea produces a unique substance that could help people lose weight and lower their …
Read MoreNew Fiber Treatment May Help Your Gut Bacteria Stay Healthy
Scientists modified a natural fiber called konjac glucomannan by adding special chemical groups to it. They wanted to see if this change would help improve the …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria May Affect Autism in Children
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in our stomachs and intestines might play a role in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This review looks at …
Read MoreNew Way to Fight Food Poisoning Bacteria Using Probiotics
Scientists discovered a new strategy to fight Salmonella, a common bacteria that causes food poisoning. They found that by blocking a specific protein in the …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Change After Weight Loss Surgery
Scientists reviewed research about the tiny bacteria living in your stomach and intestines, called the gut microbiome. When people have weight loss surgery, …
Read MoreBetter Probiotics: Scientists Grow Stronger Healthy Bacteria
Scientists discovered a new way to grow beneficial bacteria called Bifidobacterium adolescentis that makes them stronger and more effective. By using a special …
Read MoreFoods With Live Bacteria May Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
Researchers studied over 10,000 American adults to understand how eating foods containing live microbes (like yogurt and fermented foods) affects metabolic …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Kids With ADHD Focus Better?
Researchers tested whether special bacteria called probiotics could help children with ADHD improve their ability to focus and control their behavior. They …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Be Connected to Mouth Pain and Mood
Burning mouth syndrome is a chronic pain condition that mostly affects women and often occurs alongside depression and anxiety. New research suggests that the …
Read MoreProbiotic Particles May Help Mice Lose Weight and Lower Fat
Scientists discovered that tiny particles released by a common probiotic bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum might help reduce weight gain and improve how …
Read MoreDesigner Gut Bacteria: A New Way to Treat Diseases
Scientists are learning how to engineer special bacteria that live in our gut to help treat diseases. This review explains how researchers are taking common …
Read MoreWhy the Same Probiotic Works Differently for Different People
Scientists are discovering that probiotics—the helpful bacteria in supplements and foods—don't work the same way for everyone around the world. This happens …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria Treatments Show Promise for Itchy Skin Disease
Atopic dermatitis is a frustrating skin condition that causes constant itching and affects millions of people worldwide. Scientists are discovering that the …
Read MoreSpecial Yogurt Bacteria Help Your Body Fight Food Poisoning
Scientists discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria found in yogurt and healthy animal guts can protect you from Salmonella food poisoning. This …
Read MoreMost Toddlers in Taiwan Take Vitamins—Here's Why Parents Do It
Researchers in Taiwan asked 716 parents about giving vitamins and supplements to their young children. They found that about 8 out of 10 babies and toddlers …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Keep Your Bones Strong
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines play a surprising role in keeping your bones healthy. When these bacteria …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotic Strain Helps Mice Lose Weight on Unhealthy Diets
Scientists tested three different types of beneficial bacteria (probiotics) to see if they could help mice stay healthier when eating high-fat food. One strain …
Read MoreGut Bacteria Supplements May Help Control Blood Sugar
Researchers reviewed 48 studies about special supplements containing helpful bacteria (probiotics and synbiotics) and how they affect blood sugar control in …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Protect You From Dangerous Hospital Infections
Researchers discovered that the healthy bacteria living in your gut can actually protect you from getting a serious infection called CRKP, which spreads in …
Read MoreCan Gut Bacteria Pills Help Your Brain? What Science Found
Scientists combined results from multiple studies to see if probiotic supplements (the "good bacteria" pills) could boost a brain chemical called BDNF that …
Read MoreDo Special Additives in Baby Formula Really Help?
European pediatric experts reviewed studies on baby formulas that contain special additives designed to make formula-fed babies' gut bacteria more similar to …
Read MoreSpecial Yeast from Thai Food Could Help Your Body Absorb More Nutrients
Researchers found a special type of yeast in traditional Thai fermented foods that might help your body absorb nutrients better. This yeast, called Pichia …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Young Male Birds Develop Better Brains
Scientists studied whether special bacteria added to food could help young male quails develop healthier brains and reproductive systems. They fed young quails …
Read MoreGut Bacteria May Help Fight Cancer in People with Obesity
Scientists discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Bifidobacterium breve may help slow cancer growth in people who are overweight. In their …
Read MoreSpecial Cheese With Probiotics Doesn't Help Kidney Disease Bone Loss
Researchers tested whether a special cheese containing helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus acidophilus could protect bones in animals with chronic kidney …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Lymphoma
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system play an important role in how well lymphoma treatments work. A new review of …
Read MoreHoney and Flower Probiotics May Help Fix Stress-Damaged Gut
When you're stressed, your body makes a hormone called cortisol that can damage your gut lining, causing a condition called leaky gut syndrome. Scientists …
Read MoreWhat Increases Infection Risk After Biliary Atresia Surgery?
Biliary atresia is a rare liver condition in babies that requires surgery called the Kasai procedure. After this surgery, some children develop a serious …
Read MoreTwo New Gut Bacteria Could Help Fight Inflammation and Blood Sugar
Scientists discovered two new types of bacteria living in human gut that show promise as natural health helpers. These bacteria, found in a healthy person's …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Bacteria from Honeybees Could Help Your Gut Health
Scientists discovered a special type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus helveticus KM7 living in the stomachs of Chinese honeybees. They studied this …
Read MoreImportant Update: Study on Vitamin D and Probiotics for Pregnancy Retracted
A research study about using vitamin D and probiotics together to help pregnant women with gestational diabetes has been officially retracted (removed) by the …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help COVID Vaccines Work Better
Researchers studied whether a special mix of helpful bacteria could boost how well COVID vaccines work in older adults and people with diabetes. They gave 369 …
Read MoreHow Pollution Damages Your Gut and What Your Body Can Do About It
Your gut bacteria are like tiny helpers that protect you from damage caused by pollution, toxic metals, and microplastics. When these pollutants build up, they …
Read MoreTiny Particles From Good Bacteria May Help Treat Arthritis
Scientists are exploring a new way to treat rheumatoid arthritis—a disease where the body's immune system attacks the joints. Instead of using live probiotics …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotics Help Fix Gut and Vaginal Health After Antibiotics
Antibiotics save lives by fighting infections, but they can damage the helpful bacteria in your gut and vagina. Researchers tested a new approach using two …
Read MoreProbiotic Supplement May Help New Moms Avoid Bladder Infections
Researchers tested whether a common probiotic called Lactobacillus acidophilus could help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women after childbirth. …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Fix Gut Problems from Anxiety Medications?
When people take anxiety medications called SSRIs, these drugs can sometimes mess up the helpful bacteria in their gut. Researchers wanted to know if adding …
Read MoreLive Bacteria in Food May Help People With Kidney Disease Live Longer
Researchers looked at thousands of people with chronic kidney disease to see if eating foods with live bacteria (like yogurt and fermented foods) could help …
Read MoreVaginal Bacteria May Help Fight Drug-Resistant Infections
Researchers discovered that a natural compound produced by helpful bacteria found in the vagina might help antibiotics work better against dangerous …
Read MoreGrowing Healthy Bacteria and Yeast Together to Make Natural Probiotics
Scientists discovered a new way to grow beneficial bacteria and yeast together using a special plant called halophyte. When they combined certain types of …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Vaccines Work Better
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might play a bigger role in how well vaccines protect you than …
Read MoreFoods That Actually Help With Constipation: What Science Says Works
Researchers looked at dozens of studies to find out which foods and supplements really help people with chronic constipation. They discovered that certain …
Read MoreWhat Saudi Healthcare Students Know About Honey and Yogurt for Colds
Researchers surveyed 823 health science students in Saudi Arabia to find out what they know about using honey and yogurt to help fight respiratory infections …
Read MoreSugar-Free Chocolate With Healthy Bacteria: Does It Actually Work?
Researchers created a new type of dark chocolate without sugar that also contains helpful bacteria called probiotics. They tested different sugar substitutes …
Read MoreSpecial Program Helps Babies Born by C-Section Build Healthier Gut Bacteria
Babies born by cesarean section often have different gut bacteria than babies born naturally, which can increase their risk of allergies and immune problems. …
Read MoreWhat Affects Kids' Food Allergies: Vitamins, Home, and Air Quality
Researchers studied over 20,000 families across five Chinese cities to understand what causes food allergies in children. They looked at three main factors: …
Read MoreFermented Whey Products May Help Muscles, Heart Health, and Immunity
Researchers reviewed 12 scientific studies about fermented whey products—dairy foods that have been specially processed with helpful bacteria. They found that …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Control Weight and Heart Health
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach play a huge role in whether you develop metabolic syndrome—a condition …
Read MoreGut-Friendly Foods May Help Depression, But Watch Out With Ketamine
Researchers studied whether special foods containing helpful bacteria could reduce depression-like symptoms in young chickens. They found that chicks eating a …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Cancer Transplants Work Better
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach play a huge role in whether stem cell transplants—a treatment for blood …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Control Your Cholesterol Levels
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a huge role in controlling your cholesterol and fat levels in your blood. …
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 MoreGut Bacteria May Help Seizure Medications Work Better
Researchers tested whether adding special bacteria (probiotics) to a seizure medication could help control seizures better in rats with brain injuries. They …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Play a Hidden Role in Young People's Cancer
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your body might be connected to why more young people are getting cancer. Over the past 30 …
Read MoreNew Way to Add Gut-Healthy Kefir to Cheese
Scientists found a clever way to mix kefir—a fermented milk drink full of good bacteria—into cheese using tiny structures called nanofibrils. These nanofibrils …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Your Gut from Inflammation
Researchers tested a type of beneficial bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum SCS2 to see if it could protect mice from gut inflammation. When mice …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help or Hurt Cancer Treatment
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a surprising role in how well cancer treatments work. When these bacteria get …
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Probiotics: What They Are and How They Help
Probiotics are living microorganisms that can help your body stay healthy. Scientists have been studying these beneficial bacteria for years, from traditional …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Reduce Anxiety From Sleep Disruption
Researchers tested whether two types of helpful bacteria called probiotics could reduce anxiety in rats whose sleep schedules were disrupted. They gave one …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Stop Antibiotic-Related Diarrhea?
Researchers looked at 47 studies involving over 15,000 people to see if probiotics (good bacteria supplements) could prevent a serious type of diarrhea caused …
Read MoreCan Gut Bacteria Help Your Brain Learn Better?
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your gut might be able to help your brain work better. This review looks at how special bacteria called …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Cancer Better
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might play a bigger role in cancer treatment than anyone …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Keep Your Bones Strong
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines play an important role in keeping your bones healthy and strong. These …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria and Your Immune System: What Scientists Are Learning
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut do much more than help with digestion—they actually control important parts of …
Read MoreNew Ways to Fight Cow Infections After Birth
Researchers tested different methods to fight harmful bacteria that cause infections in cows after they give birth. They tried using helpful bacteria called …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotic Mix May Help With Weight and Cholesterol
Researchers tested a special probiotic supplement containing three ingredients on 40 overweight adults for 12 weeks. The probiotic group lost more belly fat, …
Read MoreCan Gut Bacteria Help You Exercise Better? What Science Actually Shows
Researchers looked at 18 different studies to see if changing your gut bacteria through food, supplements, or exercise could help athletes perform better. Your …
Read MoreWhich Supplements Actually Stop Colds? A Big Study Has Answers
Researchers looked at 107 studies involving over 100,000 adults to figure out which supplements work best at preventing colds and flu. They found that certain …
Read MoreCamel Milk May Help Your Gut Bacteria and Fight Body Damage
Researchers gave mice different types of camel milk for four weeks to see how it affected their bodies. They found that camel milk—especially when fermented …
Read MoreNew Way to Protect Healthy Bacteria in Your Gut
Scientists created tiny gel beads that can safely deliver beneficial bacteria (called probiotics) to your digestive system. They tested six different types of …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria Discovered That May Help Your Health
Scientists found three new types of bacteria living in human guts that could act like natural health helpers. These bacteria were discovered in fecal samples …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotics Help Underweight Adults Gain Healthy Weight
Researchers tested whether a special probiotic supplement could help underweight adults gain weight when combined with eating extra calories. Over 8 weeks, 95 …
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 MoreCan Probiotics Help Sick Children in the ICU Fight Infection?
Researchers tested whether probiotics (helpful bacteria) could help children with severe blood infections recover better in the hospital. They gave some very …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Your Body Fight Parasitic Infections?
Scientists wanted to know if taking probiotics by mouth could help the body fight a parasitic infection called Leishmania. They gave mice probiotics and then …
Read MoreProbiotics and Fish Oil Together May Help Fight Obesity in Mice
Researchers tested whether combining probiotics (good bacteria) and omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish oil) could help reduce obesity and improve health in …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Affect Fatty Liver Disease
Scientists reviewed dozens of studies to understand how the bacteria living in your gut might influence fatty liver disease, a condition where fat builds up in …
Read MoreFermented Foods May Help Fight Dangerous Bacteria
Researchers found that a harmful bacteria called Enterococcus faecalis, which can be found in contaminated water, is becoming resistant to antibiotics and …
Read MoreMaple Syrup and Healthy Bacteria Help Young Pigs Grow Better
Scientists tested whether a special supplement made from maple syrup and a helpful bacteria called Bacillus velezensis could improve the health of young pigs …
Read MoreWhen Sick Patients Join Multiple Studies: Does It Affect Results?
Researchers studied whether critically ill patients who participated in multiple medical studies at the same time affected the results of a probiotic treatment …
Read MoreCapsule vs. Powder Probiotics: Which Survives Your Stomach?
Scientists compared two ways to deliver beneficial bacteria to your gut: encapsulated (in a protective capsule) versus free (loose powder). Using lab models …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Ferment May Help Prevent Muscle Loss
Researchers discovered that a special fermented product made from a type of bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum KM2 might help prevent muscle loss, …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Bodies Handle Heat Stress
Scientists tested whether a type of helpful bacteria called Bacillus amyloliquefaciens could protect rats from heat stress. They gave some rats this bacteria …
Read MoreFish Waste and Probiotics Could Help Cows Burp Less Methane
Scientists tested whether adding African catfish waste and special bacteria to cow feed could reduce harmful greenhouse gases. They mixed different amounts of …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Affects Your Mood: How Your Gut Health Impacts Mental Health
Scientists are discovering that the food you eat doesn't just affect your body—it can also change your mood and mental health. Your gut contains trillions of …
Read MoreNatural Supplements May Help Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where the body's immune system attacks the joints, causing pain and swelling. Scientists reviewed dozens of studies about …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria Could Be the Next Probiotic Superstar
Scientists discovered that a type of bacteria called Geobacillus might be a great new probiotic—the kind of helpful bacteria you find in yogurt and …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Fix a Fatty Liver? Here's What Science Shows
A fatty liver is becoming a major health problem worldwide, affecting up to one in three people. Unlike some liver diseases, there's no proven medicine to …
Read MoreNew Ways to Keep Probiotics Alive in Your Gut
Scientists are working on better ways to deliver probiotics—the good bacteria that help your health—to your gut. The problem is that most probiotics die before …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Prevent Infections in Premature Babies?
Researchers reviewed over 50 studies about giving probiotics (helpful bacteria) to premature babies to see if they prevent serious infections. The good news: …
Read MorePlant-Based Milk Gets a Healthy Upgrade With Natural Ingredients
Researchers created a healthier version of plant-based milk by adding natural extracts from dates, mustard seeds, and turmeric. They tested three types of …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria Work Better at Different Ages
Scientists studied two types of helpful bacteria called Bifidobacterium to understand how they protect our gut at different life stages. Using mice and lab …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Endometriosis Pain
Endometriosis is a painful condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows in the wrong places, causing inflammation and severe symptoms. New …
Read MoreYour Gut Health Might Be the Secret to Better Skin
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines may have a huge impact on your skin health. This connection, called the …
Read MoreNew Way to Keep Farm Shrimp Healthy Without Antibiotics
Researchers found a promising way to protect farmed shrimp from a deadly disease without using antibiotics. They created a special water system containing …
Read MoreBee Bread Bacteria Could Be the Next Probiotic Superstar
Scientists discovered special bacteria living in bee bread (pollen stored by bees) that might work great as probiotics—the good bacteria that help your gut. …
Read MoreFriendly Bacteria May Help Cancer Drugs Work Better
Scientists tested whether a helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus fermentum could work together with a cancer medicine called vincristine to fight cervical …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Supplement Helps Chickens Grow Bigger and Healthier
Researchers in China tested a fermented plant called Artemisia argyi as a food additive for Hongyu roosters, a special chicken breed known for its tender meat. …
Read MoreProbiotics Help Cancer Patients Feel Better After Surgery
Researchers looked at 18 different studies involving 1,246 women who had surgery for endometrial cancer (a type of uterine cancer). They wanted to see if …
Read MoreSpecial Berry Supplement May Help Fix Constipation Naturally
Researchers discovered that a special supplement made from hawthorn berries and helpful bacteria may relieve constipation by protecting your gut cells. In …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria May Help Lower Heart Disease Risk Factors
Scientists discovered a new type of bacteria called Paracoccus sp. PS1 that could help protect your heart and reduce diabetes risk. This bacteria has a special …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Stronger Bones
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system play a surprising role in keeping your bones strong. This review looked at how gut …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Protect Male Fertility From Plastic Pollution?
Tiny plastic particles called microplastics are everywhere in our environment, and scientists worry they might harm male reproductive health. A new study found …
Read MoreSheep Milk May Help Reduce Gut Inflammation in New Study
Researchers tested whether sheep milk could help treat inflammatory bowel disease in mice with colitis, a condition that causes gut inflammation. They found …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria From Cows Could Help Fight Vitamin A Deficiency
Scientists discovered that certain friendly bacteria living in grass-fed cows can make vitamin A and a vitamin A precursor called beta-carotene. Researchers …
Read MoreGut Bacteria Supplements May Help Reduce Inflammation in Diabetes
Researchers analyzed 46 studies involving 3,580 people with diabetes to see if probiotic supplements (beneficial bacteria) could reduce inflammation in the …
Read MoreTiny Helpers in Honey: Bacteria That Could Change Medicine
Scientists are discovering that honey contains special microorganisms—tiny living things like bacteria and fungi—that could be used to create new medicines and …
Read MoreSpecial Foods With Hidden Health Powers: What Science Found
Scientists reviewed how certain foods packed with special compounds can help keep us healthy. These compounds come from plants and animals and can fight …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Bones Stay Strong by Boosting Vitamin D
Scientists discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Bifidobacterium adolescentis CCFM1447 might help prevent weak bones in older adults. The …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Bacteria May Boost Your Immune System's Defenses
Scientists discovered a special type of bacteria called Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris C60 that appears to strengthen your body's natural defenses. When …
Read MoreSimple Treatments Help Corals Survive Heat Stress
Corals around the world are dying from ocean heat, but scientists just discovered that four simple treatments might help them survive. Researchers in the Red …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Before Weight Loss Surgery Help Reduce Inflammation?
Researchers wanted to know if taking special bacteria supplements (probiotics) before weight loss surgery could help reduce inflammation and improve health …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Treating Ulcerative Colitis
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a huge role in ulcerative colitis, a disease that causes painful inflammation …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Help Goats Stay Healthy When Stressed
Scientists tested whether a special type of bacteria called Clostridium butyricum could help young goats grow better and fight off illness. They gave some …
Read MoreGut Bacteria May Help Protect Male Fertility
Scientists discovered that certain types of gut bacteria can help protect male fertility, especially when it's been damaged by cancer treatment. Using worms …
Read MoreTiny Silicon Particles in Food May Harm Your Liver—But Probiotics Could Help
Scientists discovered that when tiny particles of silicon dioxide (a substance used in many foods and products) are swallowed regularly, they can build up in …
Read MoreSpecial Coating Helps Probiotics Fight Weak Bones
Scientists created a new way to deliver probiotics (good bacteria) to your gut by coating them with a protective shield made from natural materials. This …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Protect Your Brain Health
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines have a surprising connection to your brain health. This research explores …
Read MoreScientists Make Probiotics Safer Using New Gene-Editing Technology
Researchers developed a new way to edit the genes of popular probiotic bacteria (Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Levilactobacillus brevis) to make them safer …
Read MoreWhat Foods Really Help With Constipation? New Science-Based Guide
Researchers from the British Dietetic Association reviewed 75 scientific studies to create the first complete guide on which foods and supplements actually …
Read MoreVitamin D and Probiotics May Help PCOS Patients Undergoing Fertility Treatment
Researchers tested whether taking vitamin D and probiotics together could help women with PCOS (a common hormone condition) who were trying to get pregnant …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria in Kefir and Nabeez Could Be Good for Your Gut
Researchers studied bacteria found in two popular fermented drinks—kefir and nabeez—to see if they could work as probiotics (helpful bacteria for your …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Reduce OCD-Like Behaviors in Rats
Researchers discovered that a special combination of helpful gut bacteria and plant fibers might reduce obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms in rats. …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Prevent Heart Disease by Boosting Immunity
Researchers discovered that a specific type of probiotic bacteria called Bacillus subtilis natto might help prevent heart disease by changing how the immune …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help or Hurt Celiac Disease
Scientists are learning that people with celiac disease have different bacteria in their intestines compared to people without the condition. While these …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Muscle Loss
Researchers discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Limosilactobacillus reuteri ATG-F4 might help prevent muscles from shrinking when they're …
Read MoreWhy Premature Babies Need Healthy Gut Bacteria
When babies are born too early, their digestive systems aren't fully developed, which affects how they digest food and fight infections. Scientists have …
Read MoreSpecial Kimchi Bacteria May Protect Your Gut from Damage
Researchers discovered that two types of beneficial bacteria found in Korean kimchi might help protect your intestines from harm caused by stress and damage. …
Read MoreHealthy Gut Bugs Help Farm Animals Grow Stronger
Scientists reviewed how special supplements called probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics can improve the health of farm animals like cows, pigs, and chickens. …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Send Messages That Affect Your Weight and Health
Your gut bacteria do more than just help digestion—they send tiny messages throughout your body that can affect your weight, blood sugar, and liver health. …
Read MoreProbiotics Help Heal Diabetic Wounds Better in New Study
Scientists discovered that combining probiotics with special cell treatments can help diabetic wounds heal faster and better. The study used three types of …
Read MoreFriendly Bacteria May Help Protect Your Gut from Food Additives
Scientists discovered that a common food additive called polysorbate-80 can cause inflammation in the intestines. In this study, researchers found that a …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Fix Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers tested whether a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus rhamnosus could improve fatty liver disease in rats eating unhealthy, …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Fight Chagas Disease?
Chagas disease is a serious infection caused by a parasite that affects millions of people, especially in Central and South America. Currently, treatment …
Read MoreSpecial Biscuits Help Fix Gut Bacteria in Kids With Vitamin A Shortage
Researchers in Malaysia tested whether special biscuits made with red palm oil could help improve the gut bacteria of children who didn't have enough vitamin …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Keep Older Adults Strong and Mobile
Scientists discovered that a type of helpful bacteria called Bacillus subtilis TO-A might help prevent the muscle weakness that comes with aging. In …
Read MoreSpecial Pasta May Help Your Cholesterol and Gut Health
Researchers tested whether pasta made with special bacteria could help overweight adults improve their cholesterol and digestive health. For 4 weeks, 40 people …
Read MoreCan Fermented Foods Really Give You More Vitamins?
Researchers looked at 50+ years of studies to see if fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, and miso can actually boost your vitamin levels. They found that …
Read MoreMore Americans Taking Vitamins and Supplements Than Ever Before
A new study looked at how many Americans take vitamins and dietary supplements from 2011 to 2023. Researchers found that the number of adults using supplements …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Help Fish Grow Better in Hot Water
Scientists discovered that adding a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactococcus lactis to fish food can help young American shad grow faster and stay …
Read MoreGood Bacteria May Fight Food Poisoning Bugs in Lab Tests
Scientists discovered that a type of helpful bacteria called Enterococcus faecium produces natural chemicals that can fight Salmonella, a common cause of food …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Your Brain Stay Happy and Healthy
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines can actually affect your mood and mental health. This review article …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Particles May Help Treat Psoriasis Skin Disease
Scientists discovered that tiny particles from a common gut bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum might help reduce psoriasis, a painful skin condition that …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Your Brain Recover After Brain Surgery
After brain surgery, some patients experience confusion and memory problems called postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD). Researchers have discovered that …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Kids Feel Better After Brain Cancer Treatment
Children being treated for a type of brain cancer called medulloblastoma often experience stomach problems from radiation therapy. Researchers tested whether a …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Prevent Mouth Cancer?
Scientists reviewed research on special bacteria called probiotics and how they might help prevent oral squamous cell carcinoma, a type of mouth cancer. …
Read MoreHow Antibiotics Change Your Gut Bacteria (And Why It Matters)
Your gut is home to trillions of tiny organisms that help you digest food and fight off infections. When you take antibiotics to kill harmful bacteria, they …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Supplement Changes Gut Health in Mice
Scientists found a special type of bacteria called Clostridium butyricum that might help improve gut health. They tested this bacteria on mice for two weeks …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Protect Babies from Drug Exposure
When pregnant animals are exposed to morphine, their babies can develop behavioral problems like depression, memory issues, and pain sensitivity. Researchers …
Read MoreKeeping Healthy Bacteria Alive During Freezing: A Food Science Breakthrough
Scientists discovered a way to keep beneficial bacteria alive in frozen foods by adding a natural ingredient called glycerol to special food mixtures. When …
Read MoreHow Fixing Your Gut Bacteria Could Help Reverse Alcohol Damage
When people drink alcohol regularly, it damages the helpful bacteria living in their gut. This imbalance can lead to serious health problems like liver …
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 MoreHow Bacillus Bacteria in Fermented Foods May Help Your Health
Bacillus bacteria have been used in fermented foods for thousands of years, especially in Asian cuisines. These tiny organisms may act like probiotics—the …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Supplement Helps Fish Stay Healthy After Winter
Researchers studied whether a natural supplement made from helpful bacteria could protect fish during harsh winter conditions. They fed grass carp (a type of …
Read MoreHow Tiny Bugs in Fish Guts Help Them Stay Healthy
Scientists have discovered that fish and shellfish have trillions of microscopic organisms living in their digestive systems, similar to humans. These tiny …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Powder Helps Prevent Skin Rashes and Colds in Babies
Researchers in China tested whether a special type of helpful bacteria called Bifidobacterium could protect young children from common health problems like …
Read MoreHow a Special Probiotic Helps Stressed Chickens Stay Healthy
Researchers discovered that a natural supplement called GABA, made from helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum, can protect laying hens from the …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Heal Inflamed Intestines
Researchers discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum Lac16 can reduce intestinal inflammation in mice with a …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Gone Bad: When Probiotics End Up in Your Blood
Scientists studied seven strains of a popular probiotic bacteria called L. rhamnosus that were found in people's bloodstreams. Using advanced DNA sequencing …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Keep Your Bones Strong?
Researchers looked at 16 different studies to see if taking probiotic supplements (the "good bacteria" pills) could help strengthen bones. They found that …
Read MoreSpecial Yeasts in Cheese Could Help Your Gut Health
Scientists discovered that certain types of tiny organisms called yeasts naturally live in a traditional Turkish cheese called Tulum. These yeasts might be …
Read MoreFood and Lifestyle Choices That May Help With Bile Duct Disease
Researchers reviewed studies about primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a serious liver disease that damages bile ducts. While genes play a big role, …
Read MoreWhat Pregnant Women Eat May Lower Baby's Allergy Risk
Researchers followed 172 pregnant women in Poland to see how their diet affected their babies' chances of developing allergies. Women who ate more omega-3 …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria May Help Protect Your Brain from Heavy Metal Damage
Workers exposed to heavy metals like lead, mercury, cadmium, and manganese face serious health risks, especially to their brains and nervous systems. New …
Read MoreCan Changing Your Gut Bacteria Help Treat ALS?
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in our stomachs might play a role in ALS, a serious disease that affects nerve cells. …
Read MoreNot All Gut Bacteria Are the Same: Why Your Probiotic Strain Matters
Scientists studied different types of a common gut bacteria called Bifidobacterium adolescentis to understand which ones might be healthier for us. They looked …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Fatty Liver Disease
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut produce special compounds that can either protect or harm your liver. When these …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Affect Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria that help keep you healthy. When these bacteria get out of balance—a condition called dysbiosis—it can lead to …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Fix Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Bifidobacterium bifidum might help treat fatty liver disease, a condition where fat builds …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Your Liver from Damage
Researchers discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei FJG2337 may protect the liver from injury in mice. This …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Heal Inflamed Colons
Researchers tested whether a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus reuteri could reduce inflammation in mice with ulcerative colitis, a …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria from Kimchi May Help Heal Inflamed Guts
Scientists found a special type of bacteria called Pediococcus inopinatus in kimchi that might help people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a condition …
Read MoreSpecial Yeast Helps Your Gut Recover From Antibiotics
When you take antibiotics, they kill bad bacteria but also damage the good bacteria in your gut, which can cause diarrhea and other problems. Scientists tested …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Babies Born Early to Sick Mothers
When pregnant women develop a serious condition called preeclampsia, it can affect the healthy bacteria in their babies' stomachs after birth. Researchers …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Soak Up Selenium? What Scientists Found
Scientists tested whether adding selenium (a nutrient your body needs) to probiotic bacteria would help them grow better and absorb more of this mineral. They …
Read MoreVitamin K2 May Help Fix Fatty Liver Disease
A new study found that Vitamin K2 might help treat a common liver disease called MASLD, which affects about one in three people worldwide. Researchers gave …
Read MoreSpecial Yogurt Drink May Help Lower High Blood Pressure
Researchers discovered that a special fermented milk drink containing helpful bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum SR37-3 may help lower high blood …
Read MoreBreast Milk Bacteria May Help Fight Meningitis Infection
Scientists discovered special bacteria found naturally in breast milk that might help protect against meningitis, a serious infection. Researchers tested 113 …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Found in Pickled Vegetables Could Boost Food Safety
Scientists discovered helpful bacteria living in a traditional Middle Eastern pickled vegetable dish called Makdous. They found two types of bacteria that seem …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Weak Bones from Obesity
Scientists discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Bacteroides acidifaciens might protect bones from becoming weak when people eat high-fat …
Read MoreCan Special Foods Help Fix a Fatty Liver?
A fatty liver is becoming very common, affecting millions of people worldwide. Scientists are discovering that what we eat might help fix this problem by …
Read MoreGut Bacteria and Fiber May Help Protect Fatty Livers in Obese Mice
Researchers studied whether a special combination of helpful bacteria (probiotics) and fiber (prebiotics) could improve liver health in obese mice. They fed …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Bacteria May Help Lower Uric Acid Levels
Researchers discovered a special type of bacteria called Limosilactobacillus fermentum FOSU YHD19 that appears to reduce uric acid in the body. Uric acid …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Heal Inflamed Colons
Researchers tested two types of beneficial bacteria to see if they could help mice with inflamed colons feel better. The mice that received these special …
Read MoreProbiotic Mixes May Help Protect Kidneys in Kidney Disease
Researchers looked at 53 different studies to see if probiotic supplements (the good bacteria in yogurt and supplements) could help people with chronic kidney …
Read MoreGood Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Cancer
Scientists are learning that a type of helpful bacteria called bifidobacterium, which naturally lives in your gut, might play an important role in fighting …
Read MoreGut Bacteria Supplements Don't Work the Same for Everyone
Researchers tested whether a special supplement containing helpful bacteria and fiber could reduce harmful substances in the blood that are linked to heart and …
Read MoreGood Bacteria May Help Fight Breast Infections
Breast infections during nursing are often caused by a tough bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus that can resist antibiotics. Researchers tested whether …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Newborns With High Bilirubin Recover Faster?
Researchers looked at 17 studies involving over 2,000 newborns to see if adding probiotics or synbiotics (a mix of probiotics and special food for them) to …
Read MoreHow Chicken Gut Fungi Change as They Grow
Scientists studied the tiny fungi living in chicken guts to understand how they change over time and how different feed additives affect them. They tracked 320 …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria Help Brain Bleed Patients Recover Better
When someone has severe bleeding in the brain, they often struggle with movement, swallowing, and thinking clearly. Researchers tested whether adding special …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Prevent Vaginal Infections and STDs?
Scientists reviewed research on probiotics—helpful bacteria—and how they might protect women's health. The study focuses on Lactobacillus, a good bacteria that …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Nerve Damage From Diabetes
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your gut play a surprising role in diabetic neuropathy—a painful nerve condition that …
Read MoreFermented Lentil Drinks May Boost Your Health Like Probiotics
Scientists created healthy drinks from lentils and tested them with seven different types of good bacteria (probiotics). They compared drinks made from whole …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Fight Skin Parasites When Combined With Medicine
Researchers tested whether probiotics (helpful bacteria) could boost the effectiveness of a drug called miltefosine against leishmaniasis, a tropical disease …
Read MoreGood Bacteria from Goat Milk Could Help Fish Farms Stay Healthy
Scientists found helpful bacteria living in raw goat milk that could protect fish farms from harmful germs. They tested three types of bacteria and discovered …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Could Help Sick Chickens Fight Dangerous Infections
Scientists tested a type of helpful bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum to see if it could protect chickens from a dangerous germ called E. coli. …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in PCOS
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system might influence polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common condition affecting …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Lung Cancer
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might play an important role in treating lung cancer. This …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria Could Be Fighting Drug-Resistant Infections
Bacteria in your gut are becoming resistant to antibiotics, which is a serious problem for human health worldwide. When these tough bacteria spread from your …
Read MoreNew Tiny Particles Could Help Heal Inflamed Bowels
Scientists created a new treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by engineering helpful bacteria with special tiny particles called nanoparticles. These …
Read MoreNew Gut Bacteria Treatment May Help Protect Eyes in Diabetes
Scientists are exploring an exciting new way to prevent eye damage from diabetes by using specially designed bacteria in the gut. Diabetes can harm the blood …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Really Does Help You Poop Better
Scientists reviewed dozens of studies about how different foods affect constipation—that uncomfortable problem where it's hard to have bowel movements. They …
Read MoreFinding the Best Treatment for Severe Liver Brain Disease
When the liver stops working properly, it can cause serious brain problems called hepatic encephalopathy, which makes people confused and unable to think …
Read MoreNew Drink Made From Tropical Fruit Could Help Fight Anemia
Scientists created a new type of drink using a tropical fruit called yellow Spondias dulcis that's packed with iron and good bacteria. They tested 11 different …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Slow Down Rare Brain Disease
Scientists tested whether special supplements called short-chain fatty acids and beneficial bacteria could help hamsters with a deadly brain disease called …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Influence Alzheimer's Risk
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might affect your brain health and Alzheimer's disease risk. Your gut and …
Read MoreNew Capsule Design Could Help Treat Gut Inflammation
Scientists created tiny capsules designed to deliver helpful bacteria and nutrients directly to the inflamed parts of your intestines. These special capsules …
Read MoreWhy Gut Bacteria Matter for Premature Babies' Health
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious intestinal disease that affects premature babies and can be life-threatening. Scientists are discovering that a …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Liver Cancer
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines play a surprising role in liver health and cancer development. When you have …
Read MoreTiny Bacteria Helpers That Could Speed Up Wound Healing
Scientists are discovering that special products made from dead bacteria and their parts—called postbiotics—might help wounds heal faster and better. Unlike …
Read MoreCan Kefir Help Kids with ADHD Sleep Better?
Researchers wanted to know if kefir, a fermented milk drink full of healthy bacteria, could help children with ADHD feel better and sleep more soundly. They …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Control Diabetes
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach play a huge role in whether you develop diabetes. When these bacteria get …
Read MoreWhat Your Blood Reveals About Food and Inflammation
Scientists reviewed 25 recent studies to understand how the foods we eat change chemicals in our blood and affect inflammation—the body's response that can …
Read MoreHow Special Gut Bacteria Help Farm Animals Stay Healthy
Scientists reviewed research about using probiotics (good bacteria), prebiotics (food for good bacteria), and synbiotics (both together) in pigs and chickens. …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Protect Hearts During Cancer Treatment
Researchers tested whether specific friendly bacteria called Lactobacillus could protect rat hearts from damage caused by cisplatin, a powerful cancer-fighting …
Read MoreVitamin D and Probiotics May Help Protect Gut Health as We Age
As we get older, our gut bacteria, immune system, and vitamin D levels all change in ways that can make us less healthy. Scientists created a computer model to …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria May Affect Your Weight
Scientists have discovered that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your digestive system may play a big role in whether you gain or lose weight. This …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Mix May Help Fix Unhealthy Gut Problems
Researchers tested whether a mix of eight helpful bacteria strains could improve gut health in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Using a lab model …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Your Brain Handle Stress Better
Researchers found that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Limosilactobacillus fermentum 2L might protect your brain when you're stressed. In a study …
Read MoreFriendly Bacteria May Help Protect Your Cells from Moldy Grain Toxins
Researchers discovered that a common probiotic bacteria called Lactobacillus acidophilus may help protect liver cells from damage caused by zearalenone, a …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Play a Bigger Role in Weight Than You Think
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might be just as important as diet and exercise when it …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria From Breast Milk May Help Heal Inflamed Colons
Scientists discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus gasseri FN136, found naturally in breast milk, may help treat ulcerative …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Found in Pickled Cabbage May Fight Harmful Germs
Scientists discovered a type of helpful bacteria called Bacillus aryabhattai in Vietnamese pickled mustard greens. This bacteria appears to have special …
Read MoreFermented Pumpkin Juice: A Tasty Way to Get More Probiotics
Scientists discovered that fermenting pumpkin juice with special bacteria and yeast creates a healthier, better-tasting drink. The fermented juice had more …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Fight Stomach Ulcers and Reduce Antibiotic Side Effects
Researchers discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lactococcus garvieae LG3092 may help protect your stomach from H. pylori, a germ that …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Affect Autism: What Science Is Learning
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines might be connected to autism. People with autism often have different gut …
Read MoreGut Bacteria May Help Fight Depression and Brain Fog
A new analysis of seven research studies suggests that taking probiotics—the "good bacteria" found in supplements and fermented foods—may help reduce …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Arthritis
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your digestive system might influence whether you develop rheumatoid arthritis, a disease …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Prevent Type 1 Diabetes in New Study
Scientists discovered that a specially engineered probiotic bacteria called Lactococcus lactis containing a protein called HSP65 may help prevent type 1 …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria From Yogurt May Help Protect Liver in Diabetics
Researchers found a type of helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus casei in traditional Iranian dairy products that might help people with type 2 diabetes. …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Fight Breast Cancer?
Researchers are exploring whether probiotics—the helpful bacteria found in yogurt and fermented foods—might work alongside traditional breast cancer …
Read MoreGood Bacteria Team Up to Help Chickens and Pigs Digest Food Better
Scientists studied five types of helpful bacteria that live in chicken and pig stomachs to understand how they work together. Using advanced DNA technology, …
Read MoreYogurt with Probiotics May Help Bones in Kidney Disease
Researchers tested whether yogurt and probiotics could help protect bones and hearts in animals with chronic kidney disease. They found that yogurt enriched …
Read MoreWhat Brazilians Really Want in Healthy Yogurt
Researchers asked 177 yogurt-eating Brazilians what they think about special yogurts designed to boost health. Most people loved the idea of yogurts with …
Read MoreNew Protective Coating Helps Probiotics Survive Your Digestive System
Scientists created tiny gel capsules to protect beneficial bacteria called Lactobacillus paracasei as they travel through your stomach and intestines. The …
Read MoreFriendly Bacteria May Help Fight Brain Cancer in Lab Tests
Scientists discovered that substances produced by a common food bacteria called Lactococcus lactis might help slow down brain cancer cells in laboratory …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Byproduct Fights Antibiotic-Resistant Skin Infections
Scientists discovered that a substance created from a helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei BGP1 can kill dangerous germs that don't respond to …
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help Malnourished Children Gain Weight Faster?
Millions of children under five around the world suffer from severe malnutrition, which makes them sick and can be life-threatening. Scientists are …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Affect Your Lung Health
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines can influence how your lungs work and fight disease. This connection, called …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria Make a Healthy Fat That Boosts Immunity
Scientists discovered how certain bacteria in your gut produce a special type of fat called CLA that helps your immune system work better. These bacteria, …
Read MoreHow Tiny Bacteria Help Baby Fish Grow Strong and Healthy
Scientists have discovered that the bacteria living inside baby fish are super important for their health and survival. When fish are first born and still …
Read MoreMost Saudis Know About Probiotics, But Cost and Confusion Hold Them Back
Researchers surveyed 286 people in Saudi Arabia to understand what they know about probiotics—the helpful bacteria in foods like yogurt that support digestive …
Read MoreProbiotics May Not Help Prevent Chemo-Related Diarrhea
Researchers tested whether probiotics—beneficial bacteria supplements—could prevent diarrhea in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. They studied 28 …
Read MoreFoods That Fight Stomach and Joint Problems
Researchers in Bangladesh asked nearly 1,000 adults about what they eat and whether they have stomach or bone problems. They found that people who regularly …
Read MoreDead Bacteria Cells Could Help Wounds Heal Faster
Scientists are discovering that special components from bacteria—called postbiotics—might be better at healing wounds than live bacteria. Unlike probiotics …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Affect Prostate Cancer Risk
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your digestive system might play a bigger role in prostate cancer than anyone realized. …
Read MoreSpecial Yeasts Could Make Fish Farms Healthier and More Productive
Fish and shrimp farms around the world are looking for ways to keep their animals healthier and grow faster. Scientists have found that two types of special …
Read MoreSpecial Formula Helps Toddlers Build Stronger Bones and Muscles
Researchers tested a special milk formula for toddlers in the Philippines that contained helpful bacteria and a natural fiber. Over 6 months, children who …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria May Help Heal Itchy Skin Problems
Scientists are discovering that the tiny bacteria living on your skin and in your gut might play a big role in atopic dermatitis—a condition that causes itchy, …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria from Fermented Pork May Help Fix Unhealthy Fat Levels
Scientists studied a helpful bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum found in traditional Thai fermented pork. They gave this bacteria to rats eating …
Read MoreHow Gut Bacteria May Trigger Sudden Mental Health Changes in Kids
Researchers reviewed hundreds of studies about two conditions where kids suddenly develop psychiatric symptoms: PANS and PANDAS. These conditions may be …
Read MoreCan Gut Bacteria Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes?
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your stomach might play a big role in type 2 diabetes. This review looks at how special …
Read MoreCan Gut Bacteria Treatments Help Autoimmune Diseases?
Researchers are planning a major review of studies testing whether treatments that change gut bacteria can help people with autoimmune and inflammatory …
Read MoreMom's Yeast Supplement May Help Baby Pigs Fight Infections
When piglets are weaned off their mother's milk, their bodies go through a stressful change that makes them more likely to get sick. Researchers wanted to know …
Read MoreNew Gut-Friendly Bacteria Found in Sheep Could Replace Antibiotics
Scientists discovered a special type of bacteria called Enterococcus faecalis in healthy sheep that could help animals stay healthy without antibiotics. They …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Predict and Treat Breast Cancer
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of bacteria living in your digestive system play a surprising role in breast cancer. Researchers found that …
Read MoreTwo Bacteria Together Work Better Than One in Your Gut
Scientists discovered that two types of helpful bacteria work better together than alone. When they gave people a probiotic called Lactiplantibacillus …
Read MoreProbiotics Help Lambs Fight Infections Better
Researchers gave lambs a special probiotic supplement containing beneficial bacteria and measured how well their immune cells could fight infections. They used …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Against Colon Cancer in Lab Study
Researchers tested whether a type of helpful bacteria called Enterococcus faecium could protect against colon cancer in laboratory rats. The bacteria, which …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria Make Chicken Healthier and Meat Better
Scientists tested whether special bacteria called probiotics could make chickens grow bigger and produce healthier meat. They used four types of bacteria found …
Read MoreHow Good Bacteria Could Protect Your Food from Harmful Toxins
Scientists are exploring how probiotics—the same beneficial bacteria found in yogurt and fermented foods—might protect our food supply from dangerous molds …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Protect Lungs from Nickel Damage
Nickel is a toxic metal found in some workplaces and environments that can damage lung cells and cause inflammation. Scientists tested whether probiotics—the …
Read MoreHow Brain Treatment for Depression May Work Through Your Gut
Scientists discovered that a powerful depression treatment called electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may work by changing the bacteria in your gut. When the gut …
Read MoreCan Better Nutrition Help Prevent Surgery Complications?
Researchers looked at whether giving patients special nutrition before and after bowel surgery could prevent a serious complication called anastomotic leak, …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Keep Dental Implants Healthier, Study Finds
Researchers looked at 14 studies involving 391 people to see if probiotics (good bacteria) could help treat gum problems around dental implants. They found …
Read MoreCertain Foods and Probiotics May Help Older Adults Keep Their Muscles Strong
Researchers looked at 63 studies involving nearly 5,000 people over age 50 to see if certain foods and supplements could help prevent muscle loss that comes …
Read MoreProbiotics Don't Help Depression or Schizophrenia, New Study Finds
Scientists looked at 13 studies involving 893 people to see if taking probiotics (good bacteria) could help with depression and schizophrenia symptoms. While …
Read MoreCommon Medications May Help or Hurt Cancer Treatment Success
Scientists studied how everyday medications affect cancer immunotherapy treatment. They looked at data from over 22,000 cancer patients to see how antibiotics, …
Read MoreHealthy Bacteria Supplements Safe for Newborns in Papua New Guinea Study
Researchers in Papua New Guinea tested whether giving healthy bacteria supplements (probiotics) to newborn babies is safe and practical. They gave 244 healthy …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Some Pregnancy Problems in Overweight Women
Scientists looked at 8 studies with over 1,500 pregnant women who were overweight or obese to see if probiotics could help prevent pregnancy problems. While …
Read MoreProbiotics Don't Help Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery, Study Finds
A major review of 13 studies involving 693 people who had weight loss surgery found that taking probiotics (beneficial bacteria supplements) didn't help them …
Read MoreProbiotics Don't Help Cancer Patients Feel Better, New Study Shows
Researchers tested whether special gut bacteria supplements called synbiotics could help people with advanced throat cancer feel less tired, eat better, and …
Read MoreTwo Helpful Bacteria May Fight Dangerous Worm Infections in Mice
Scientists tested whether two types of good bacteria could help mice fight off a dangerous worm infection called Trichinella. They gave 120 mice either the …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Fight Weight Gain and Muscle Weakness
Scientists tested a special type of dead bacteria called Fructobacillus fructosus on mice eating high-fat diets. The mice that got this bacteria supplement …
Read MoreNew Ginseng Probiotics May Lower Cholesterol Better Than Regular Ones
Scientists found special bacteria living on ginseng plants that could help lower cholesterol levels. These new probiotics, called Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus, …
Read MoreGood Bacteria May Help Fight Gum Disease in Lab Study
Scientists tested whether a helpful bacteria called Lactobacillus helveticus could fight off harmful bacteria that cause gum disease. In laboratory tests, they …
Read MoreNatural Treatments May Help Kids with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
A new review looked at natural treatments that might help children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotic Helps Rats Lose Weight Faster Than Oats Alone
Scientists tested a special probiotic called L. plantarum ST-III on overweight rats to see if it could help with weight loss. They compared it to oats and …
Read MoreHow Antibiotics Change Your Gut Bacteria Around the World
Scientists are studying how antibiotics affect the helpful bacteria living in our intestines, and they're finding that where you live in the world makes a big …
Read MoreGood Bacteria May Help Fix Gut Problems After Taking Antibiotics
When you take antibiotics, they don't just kill bad bacteria - they also wipe out good bacteria in your gut, creating an imbalance that can cause digestive …
Read MoreScientists Are Engineering Gut Bacteria to Fight Disease Like Tiny Doctors
Scientists are creating modified gut bacteria that work like tiny doctors inside our bodies. Instead of just adding regular probiotics, researchers are …
Read MoreFermented Velvet Beans May Help Control Blood Sugar Better Than Raw Ones
Scientists discovered that fermenting velvet bean seeds with helpful bacteria makes them more nutritious and better at managing type 2 diabetes. When they fed …
Read MoreProbiotics May Spread Antibiotic Resistance: What You Need to Know
Scientists are raising important safety concerns about probiotics - the 'good bacteria' found in yogurt, supplements, and medicines. While probiotics offer …
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