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Is there a correlation between acute and chronic red wine intake and health?

Researchers examined the correlations between acute and chronic red wine (RW) intake and health.

18 Apr 2023

Consuming mangos boosts gut microbiome diversity: Benefits for overweight and obese individuals

In a recent study published in the journal Food Science and Nutrition, researchers at San Diego State University investigated how consuming fresh mango affects gut health and microbiome.

17 Apr 2023

Lactobacillus probiotics improve vaginal health in asymptomatic women

This study investigated the effect of administering Lactobacillus probiotics (LBPs) on vaginal dysbiosis in asymptomatic women. The results showed that oral intake of LBPs improved vaginal health in women with high Nugent scores.

17 Apr 2023

Study finds sugary beverages increase dementia risk, while natural juices may help prevent it

Sugary beverages were associated with a higher risk of dementia, whereas moderate intake of natural juices was associated with a lower dementia risk.

17 Apr 2023

Factors shaping maternal gut microbiome during pregnancy and the impact on infant health

In an article published in the journal Current Opinion in Microbiology, scientists have provided a detailed overview of the factors affecting maternal gut microbiota during pregnancy and its impact on maternal and infant health.

17 Apr 2023

Targeted diets and probiotics can modulate gut microbiota to combat obesity

Researchers explored the regulation of gut microbiota via a two-phase and low-calorie diet among obese persons.

13 Apr 2023

Study provides direct evidence of adaptive evolution in the skin microbiome

Human skin is home to millions of microbes. One of these microbes, Staphylococcus aureus, is an opportunistic pathogen that can invade patches of skin affected by eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis.

12 Apr 2023

Genetically-engineered probiotic could be a new way to reduce alcohol-induced health problems

Excessive alcohol consumption leads to painful hangovers and accompanying headaches, fatigue, and nausea.

11 Apr 2023

How do dietary patterns, food and nutritional supplements affect outcomes in mild cognitive impairment?

Researchers reviewed the evidence on the effects of dietary patterns, nutritional supplements, and foods on cognitive decline.

11 Apr 2023

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Researchers report on the benefits of consuming dietary phenols and their relationship with the intestinal microbiome.

10 Apr 2023

Immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment is facilitated by dietary tryptophan metabolite synthesized by Lactobacillus reuteri

Researchers highlight how dietary tryptophan metabolite released by intratumoral Lactobacillus reuteri facilitates immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment.

10 Apr 2023

Pathophysiology, comorbidities, and interventions related to childhood obesity

Researchers discuss the psychological and physiological impacts of obesity on children.

6 Apr 2023

Dietary interventions show mixed results in treating perinatal depression and anxiety

Depression and anxiety are frequently treated with diet changes among women during pregnancy or postpartum. Not much is known, however, about the effectiveness of such interventions. A new research paper reports the findings of a systematic review aimed at identifying the benefits of such dietary modifications in these situations.

4 Apr 2023

What are the effects of kimchi on human health?

Researchers evaluated the effectiveness of kimchi consumption on overall human health.

4 Apr 2023

Is depression associated with gut mycobacteria dysbiosis in children?

Researchers evaluated the gut mycobiota in adolescents/children with depression.

4 Apr 2023

Link between diet, gut microbiome diversity, and mental health: Shifting to vegetarian, Mediterranean, and ketogenic diets improves mood and reduces anxiety

A team of US-based scientists has found a connection between diet, gut microbiota, and mental health in adults. They have shown that while higher fat and protein consumption improves mental well-being, higher carbohydrate consumption increases stress, anxiety, and depression.

2 Apr 2023

Targeting bad bacteria and the immune system in isolation may help fight deadly infections

Twenty to 50 per cent of all critically ill patients contract potentially deadly infections during their stay in the intensive care unit or in hospital after being in the ICU – markedly increasing the risk of death.

31 Mar 2023

Understanding how to better prescribe probiotics based on our individual microbiome profiles

Bacteria have thousands of genes and functions that we, the human host, do not have. For instance, bacteria can help us digest fiber, provide support to our immune systems, and absorb important nutrients. But reaping the benefits of "good bacteria" is easier said than done.

28 Mar 2023

Carbohydrate Food Quality Score: A holistic approach to quantify carbohydrate food quality

Despite the broad diversity of the U.S. population, dietary recommendations often overlook the positive contributions of cultural foods to build healthy dietary patterns.

23 Mar 2023

Does recurrent bacterial vaginosis impact quality of life?

A recent BMC Women's Health study performed a survey to understand how bacterial vaginosis affects women’s quality of life and what treatment they underwent.

22 Mar 2023

Probiotics News and Research

Is there a correlation between acute and chronic red wine intake and health?

Consuming mangos boosts gut microbiome diversity: Benefits for overweight and obese individuals

Lactobacillus probiotics improve vaginal health in asymptomatic women

Study finds sugary beverages increase dementia risk, while natural juices may help prevent it

Factors shaping maternal gut microbiome during pregnancy and the impact on infant health

Targeted diets and probiotics can modulate gut microbiota to combat obesity

Study provides direct evidence of adaptive evolution in the skin microbiome

Genetically-engineered probiotic could be a new way to reduce alcohol-induced health problems

How do dietary patterns, food and nutritional supplements affect outcomes in mild cognitive impairment?

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment is facilitated by dietary tryptophan metabolite synthesized by Lactobacillus reuteri

Pathophysiology, comorbidities, and interventions related to childhood obesity

Dietary interventions show mixed results in treating perinatal depression and anxiety

What are the effects of kimchi on human health?

Is depression associated with gut mycobacteria dysbiosis in children?

Link between diet, gut microbiome diversity, and mental health: Shifting to vegetarian, Mediterranean, and ketogenic diets improves mood and reduces anxiety

Targeting bad bacteria and the immune system in isolation may help fight deadly infections

Understanding how to better prescribe probiotics based on our individual microbiome profiles

Carbohydrate Food Quality Score: A holistic approach to quantify carbohydrate food quality

Does recurrent bacterial vaginosis impact quality of life?

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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