A lab study found that many common sweeteners can alter gut bacteria growth, with significant effects when combined with medications like the antidepressant duloxetine.
New research indicates that completely removing sugar from a low-fat diet may negatively impact gut health, metabolism, and increase inflammation.
A study found that epigenetic changes at birth influence gut bacteria development, which is linked to early signs of autism and ADHD, with certain microbes potentially offering protection.
A clinical trial found that the common constipation drug lubiprostone may slow the progression of chronic kidney disease by altering gut bacteria and improving mitochondrial function.
Harvard Medical School researchers found that the gut bacterium *Morganella morganii* can contribute to depression by producing an inflammation-triggering molecule when exposed to the environmental contaminant diethanolamine (DEA).
A newly identified virus within a common gut bacterium shows a strong link to colorectal cancer, suggesting viruses in microbes may influence disease risk.
A newly discovered virus within a common gut bacterium is strongly linked to colorectal cancer, suggesting a new factor in disease development.