Experts discuss the 'second brain': The gut microbiome

by Deann Gayman,University of Nebraska-LincolnRobert Hutkins and Andy Benson are photographed in the Nebraska Food for Health Center. This image is a composite so the two researchers could appea

Updated on: March 12,2024

Experts discuss the 'second brain': The gut microbiome

by Deann Gayman,University of Nebraska-LincolnRobert Hutkins and Andy Benson are photographed in the Nebraska Food for Health Center. This image is a composite so the two researchers could appea

Updated on:March 12,2024

Negative financial shock increases loneliness in older adults

by Michele W. Berger,University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainOlder adults suffering a financial shock, defined as a loss of income, experienced elevated levels of loneliness, but this

Updated on: June 20,2024

Negative financial shock increases loneliness in older adults

by Michele W. Berger,University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainOlder adults suffering a financial shock, defined as a loss of income, experienced elevated levels of loneliness, but this

Updated on:June 20,2024

Consumer Health: What is IBS?

by Laurel KellyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainApril is IBS Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.Research suggests that about 12% of people in

Updated on: May 09,2024

Consumer Health: What is IBS?

by Laurel KellyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainApril is IBS Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.Research suggests that about 12% of people in

Updated on:May 09,2024

Soon you'll be able to examine your gut from home

by Ingebjørg Hestvik,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyResearcher Ali Khalegi holding the pill, and professor Ilangko Balasingham. Credit: Ingebjørg HestvikWe are up on the third flo

Updated on: June 14,2024

Soon you'll be able to examine your gut from home

by Ingebjørg Hestvik,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyResearcher Ali Khalegi holding the pill, and professor Ilangko Balasingham. Credit: Ingebjørg HestvikWe are up on the third flo

Updated on:June 14,2024

Sulfur microbial diet may increase risk for colorectal cancer

(HealthDay)—Greater adherence to a sulfur microbial diet is associated with an increased risk for colorectal cancer (CRC) in both men and women, according to a study published online Nov. 12 inJ

Updated on: June 14,2024

Sulfur microbial diet may increase risk for colorectal cancer

(HealthDay)—Greater adherence to a sulfur microbial diet is associated with an increased risk for colorectal cancer (CRC) in both men and women, according to a study published online Nov. 12 inJ

Updated on:June 14,2024

Moderate exercise in middle and older age cuts time spent in hospital

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainMen and women aged 40-79 are at significantly lower (25-27%) risk of long or frequent hospital admissions if they do some form of physical activ

Updated on: March 12,2024

Moderate exercise in middle and older age cuts time spent in hospital

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainMen and women aged 40-79 are at significantly lower (25-27%) risk of long or frequent hospital admissions if they do some form of physical activ

Updated on:March 12,2024

All gas, no brakes: Testosterone may act as 'brake pedal' on immune response

by West Virginia UniversityJonathan Busada, a researcher with the WVU School of Medicine and Cancer Institute, has investigated the role that hormones play in male and female inflammatory respons

Updated on: March 12,2024

All gas, no brakes: Testosterone may act as 'brake pedal' on immune response

by West Virginia UniversityJonathan Busada, a researcher with the WVU School of Medicine and Cancer Institute, has investigated the role that hormones play in male and female inflammatory respons

Updated on:March 12,2024

Immune cells assemble to boost the effects of chemotherapy in pancreatic cancer

by Queen Mary, University of LondonAxial CT image with i.v. contrast. Macrocystic adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head. Credit: public domainA new study from Queen Mary University of London has

Updated on: May 28,2024

Immune cells assemble to boost the effects of chemotherapy in pancreatic cancer

by Queen Mary, University of LondonAxial CT image with i.v. contrast. Macrocystic adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head. Credit: public domainA new study from Queen Mary University of London has

Updated on:May 28,2024

Study highlights progesterone's protective potential against Parkinson's

by Ruhr-Universitaet-BochumGraphical abstract. Credit:Cells(2023). DOI: 10.3390/cells12081206The nerve cells of the gastrointestinal tract communicate with those of the brain and spin

Updated on: April 09,2024

Study highlights progesterone's protective potential against Parkinson's

by Ruhr-Universitaet-BochumGraphical abstract. Credit:Cells(2023). DOI: 10.3390/cells12081206The nerve cells of the gastrointestinal tract communicate with those of the brain and spin

Updated on:April 09,2024

From grave to cradle: Collagen-induced gut cell reprogramming

by Tokyo Medical and Dental UniversityA simplified presentation of epithelial plasticity showing how Collagen Type I initiates changes the epithelial identity. Credit: Center for Stem Cell and Regener

Updated on: July 02,2024

From grave to cradle: Collagen-induced gut cell reprogramming

by Tokyo Medical and Dental UniversityA simplified presentation of epithelial plasticity showing how Collagen Type I initiates changes the epithelial identity. Credit: Center for Stem Cell and Regener

Updated on:July 02,2024

Gut bacteria linked to fatty deposits in heart arteries

by Uppsala UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a major Swedish study, researchers have discovered a link between the levels of certain bacteria living in the gut and coronary atheroscle

Updated on: March 26,2024

Gut bacteria linked to fatty deposits in heart arteries

by Uppsala UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a major Swedish study, researchers have discovered a link between the levels of certain bacteria living in the gut and coronary atheroscle

Updated on:March 26,2024

Acupuncture may aid irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea

by Lori SolomonAcupuncture is safe and feasible for patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), according to a pilot study published online Dec. 29 inJAMA Network Open.Ling-Yu

Updated on: March 12,2024

Acupuncture may aid irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea

by Lori SolomonAcupuncture is safe and feasible for patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), according to a pilot study published online Dec. 29 inJAMA Network Open.Ling-Yu

Updated on:March 12,2024