The microbiome refers to the vast community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that live on and within the human body. These microbial residents are predominantly found in places like the gut, skin, and mouth. The human microbiome plays a crucial role in health and disease, influencing metabolic functions, immune response, and protection against pathogens. Research has shown that the balance and diversity of these microbial communities are essential for maintaining health, with disruptions linked to a range of conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, obesity, and even mental health disorders. The study of the microbiome has expanded greatly with advancements in genetic and computational technologies, providing deeper insights into its complex dynamics and potential therapeutic applications.
Researchers at the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) have found significant correlations between age, sex, and BMI, and the frequency of bowel movements. Everybody poops,…
Research indicates elevated levels of Blastocystis in the intestines of individuals with improved cardiometabolic health and healthier dietary habits. An international study, led by researchers…
Researchers from Brigham, Broad, and Harvard Chan School have discovered that certain species and strains of bacteria are associated with alterations in the gut microbiome’s…
A UCLA Health study explored the traits of resilient individuals, discovering significant neural activities in the brain regions for cognition and emotional regulation, and healthy…
Over a six-year study, researchers identified a link between reduced butyrate-producing bacteria in the gut and increased risk of severe infections. The findings suggest the…
Research reveals that the gut microbiota affects mental health and social behavior, with studies showing that it can influence decision-making related to fairness, highlighting potential…
Gut Bacteria May Reduce Cholesterol and Lower Heart Disease Risk Researchers pinpointed gut bacteria that affect levels of cholesterol and other compounds linked to heart…
New research links vitamin D with improved cancer immunity in mice through enhancement of specific gut bacteria. Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, the National…
Major worldwide citizen science initiative advances understanding of the human microbiome. According to a recent study in Nature Biotechnology, leveraging gamers and video game technology…
Researchers at the Netherlands Cancer Institute have compiled a detailed catalog of bacteria living in cancer metastases. Having analyzed over 4000 tumors, they shed light…
Researchers have shown that too much sun exposure negatively affects short-term diversity and composition of the skin’s bacterial make-up. Skin, the largest organ of the…
Scientists at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, part of the University of California San Diego, have discovered thousands of new bile acids….
Gut bacteria linked to inherited eye diseases may be treatable with antimicrobials, a groundbreaking study suggests, offering new hope for preventing blindness. Sight loss in…
Gut microbes missing due to antibiotics and a high-fat diet may be responsible for ‘sorbitol intolerance’. Scientists at UC Davis have discovered alterations in the…
Researchers at the Center for Translational Antiviral Research within the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University have discovered that the makeup of gut…
Integrating navy beans into the diet enhances the diversity of the gut microbiome, which could aid in cancer prevention and treatment. Eating navy beans may…
Research shows that a gut hormone called peptide YY also plays a vital role in maintaining the health of the gut microbiome by preventing helpful…
New research suggests that the Second Plague Pandemic might have influenced the development of oral microbiomes that contribute to modern-day chronic disease. The mid-14th century…