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CU researcher receives NIH grant to analyze the link between gut microbiome and osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis affects the joints, but according to researcher Michael Zuscik, PhD, it may start in the gut.

15 Apr 2021

Researchers uncover new metabolic capabilities of gut bacteria

An international team of scientists led by microbiologists Alexander Loy from the University of Vienna and David Schleheck from the University of Konstanz has uncovered new metabolic capabilities of gut bacteria.

9 Apr 2021

Gut microbiome communicates with horse’s cells to enhance their athletic performance

A horse’s gut microbiome communicates with its host by sending chemical signals to its cells, which has the effect of helping the horse to extend its energy output, finds a new study published in Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences.

7 Apr 2021

Microbiota modulation and re-establishment of eubiosis could help curb COVID-19 complications

In the paper published in the journal Frontiers in Immunology, the researchers noted that since both the respiratory tract and the gastrointestinal mucosa are affected in COVID-19, it is possible that adjunctive therapies that modulate the gut-lung axis.

18 Mar 2021

Scientists explore the negative effects of prenatal stress on offspring mental health

The link between psychological stress and physical health problems generally relates to a stress-induced immune response gone wild, with inflammation then causing damage to other systems in the body. It's a predictable cascade - except in pregnancy, research suggests.

16 Mar 2021

New diagnostic imaging tool measures naturally occurring enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract

A healthy person has a general balance of good and bad bacteria. But that balance is thrown off when someone gets sick.

5 Feb 2021

New probiotic coffee and tea drinks are packed with gut-friendly live probiotics

Good news for those who need a cuppa to start the day. Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have created new probiotic coffee and tea drinks that are packed with gut-friendly live probiotics.

10 Jan 2021

Scientists create first international consensus definition of fermented foods

Humans have consumed different types of fermented foods - from kimchi to yogurt - for thousands of years. Yet only recently, with the availability of new scientific techniques for analyzing their nutritional properties and microbiological composition, have scientists begun to understand exactly how the unique flavors and textures are created and how these foods benefit human health.

6 Jan 2021

Scientists highlight lack of evidence linking the consumption of live microbes to better health

Many everyday foods--from yogurt and other fermented foods to fresh fruits and vegetables--contain live microorganisms.

5 Dec 2020

Study explains how certain foods can prevent respiratory tract infections

On 22 October 2020 paediatrician Ellen van der Gaag will receive her PhD for her thesis entitled 'Health-promoting effects of nutrition in children'.

21 Oct 2020

Study sheds light on molecular and cellular mechanisms that cause type 2 diabetes

Since 2004, Claude Knauf (INSERM) and Patrice Cani (UCLouvain) have been collaborating on molecular and cellular mechanisms in order to understand the causes of the development of type 2 diabetes and above all to identify new therapeutic targets.

6 Oct 2020

Health experts provide guidelines on scientific investigation of synbiotics

Chances are you've heard of or even taken probiotics: supplements delivering "good microbes" to the gut, providing a wide range of health benefits. If you're really up on your gut health, you may also be aware of prebiotics: supplements designed to fuel the good microbes already living in our guts.

25 Aug 2020

Leading international scientists advance a new definition of synbiotics

The word 'synbiotic' appears on a growing number of food and supplement products, with synbiotic ingredients showing promise for modulating the community of microbes living in the human gut, while providing a health benefit.

21 Aug 2020

Four simple criteria for a bacterial strain to be called probiotic

Today, the word probiotic is used to describe all kinds of "good" microorganisms in foods and supplements: those found in yogurt or fermented sauerkraut, or even those found naturally in the human digestive tract.

27 Jul 2020

Research shows probiotics can help combat anxiety and depression

Previous research has tied mental health issues and developmental disorders to gut health. Now, a team of British scientists has shown that foods that broaden the profile of helpful bacteria in the gut, which are collectively known as probiotics, can help ease anxiety and depression.

7 Jul 2020

Prebiotics News and Research

CU researcher receives NIH grant to analyze the link between gut microbiome and osteoarthritis

Researchers uncover new metabolic capabilities of gut bacteria

Gut microbiome communicates with horse’s cells to enhance their athletic performance

Microbiota modulation and re-establishment of eubiosis could help curb COVID-19 complications

Scientists explore the negative effects of prenatal stress on offspring mental health

New diagnostic imaging tool measures naturally occurring enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract

New probiotic coffee and tea drinks are packed with gut-friendly live probiotics

Scientists create first international consensus definition of fermented foods

Scientists highlight lack of evidence linking the consumption of live microbes to better health

Study explains how certain foods can prevent respiratory tract infections

Study sheds light on molecular and cellular mechanisms that cause type 2 diabetes

Health experts provide guidelines on scientific investigation of synbiotics

Leading international scientists advance a new definition of synbiotics

Four simple criteria for a bacterial strain to be called probiotic

Research shows probiotics can help combat anxiety and depression

Study summarizes new evidence on using probiotics for specific health conditions

Human to Labskin Skin Models for Dermatology Research

NUS food scientists make tasty probiotic drink from unsold bread

Prebiotics could help improve sleep and boost stress resilience

Association between HMO concentrations and infant weight, body composition

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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