A pioneering study provides new evidence that gut microbes vary across primate species and can…
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The gut, commonly referred to as the gastrointestinal tract, is a critical part of the human digestive system that processes food from ingestion through to digestion, absorption of nutrients, and excretion of waste. It starts at the mouth and includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine, culminating in the rectum and anus. The gut is not only vital for digestion but also plays a crucial role in the immune system and houses a complex community of microbes known as the gut microbiota. These microbes have significant impacts on not just digestion, but also on overall health, influencing everything from metabolism to immune function and even mental health. Recent research emphasizes the gut-brain axis, which suggests that the gut can affect mood and behavior, leading to a deeper understanding of conditions like depression and anxiety as potentially linked to gut health.
New findings suggest that a protein known as Reelin could play a role in treating…
A study reveals that the liver acts as a bidirectional hub, exchanging gut-microbiome-derived metabolic products…
Maternal exposure to emulsifiers may reshape offspring microbiota and increase inflammation risk. A team of…
Researchers found that a non-absorbed antibiotic can trigger gut bacteria to make longevity-promoting compounds. A…
New research from Seoul scientists reveals how gut microbes may influence the development of coronary…
New research from the University of Auckland’s Liggins Institute suggests that a capsule containing healthy…
A little-known microbe in your gut produces methane and may help your body extract more…
A new study explains how consuming dietary fiber can prevent, and even reverse, liver disease…
A gut microbe molecule drives diabetic kidney scarring. Blocking it may offer new treatment options.…
Exercise intensity affects the gut microbiome, shifting bacteria and gut health markers. Diet and rest…
A groundbreaking discovery from Duke University School of Medicine reveals a direct connection between the…
A neural network analyzes an extensive gut microbiome dataset to uncover insights into human health.…
Study in mice suggests potential for probiotic treatment. Although previous research has linked pesticide exposure…
A hidden gene holds the key to a mysterious nutrient vital to life. The discovery…
High-heat pasteurization of smoothies increases the availability of polyphenols and enhances their transformation by gut…
The gastrointestinal tract plays a central role in the development of long-term consequences following COVID-19.…
High-fat diets rapidly deplete IL-22, weakening gut defenses and triggering silent inflammation. Unsaturated fats may…