Gut microbiome tests are everywhere. Should you get one?
At-home gut microbiome tests are trending, selling insights to the curious, empowerment to the chronically ill and a claimed path to longevity to the wellness-conscious.
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Device provides 'smart toilet' feedback on health
A new "smart toilet" device aims to help people track their health by analyzing their bathroom trips.
Nov 3, 2025
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Study uncovers how the immune system fends off gut parasites
New research from the University of Pittsburgh reveals how the immune system defends against intestinal parasitic worms, or helminths, one of the most common infections worldwide in communities with limited access to clean ...
Jul 22, 2025
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Autistic children more likely to experience persistent stomach problems
Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers. That's the finding of a new UC Davis MIND Institute study published in Autism. ...
Sep 17, 2025
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Researchers map how gut neurons respond to bacteria, parasites and food allergies
The enteric nervous system (ENS) is a vast network of nerves built into the walls of the intestine. While it is well known for its role in regulating digestion and the movement of food through the intestine, researchers are ...
Oct 31, 2025
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How pollution and the microbiome interact with Tregs, the immune system regulators whose discovery won the Nobel Prize
A special group of immune cells known as regulatory T cells, or Tregs for short, became an overnight sensation when a trio of U.S. and Japanese scientists won the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine on Oct. 6, 2025, for ...
Oct 13, 2025
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New study confirms post-pandemic surge in gut-brain disorders
A new international study confirmed a significant post-pandemic rise in disorders of gut-brain interaction, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia, according to a paper published in Clinical Gastroenterology ...
Jul 30, 2025
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Specialized gut cells linked to celiac disease reveal new immune role
The human small intestine absorbs nutrients while protecting us from potentially harmful microbes. One of the cell types that plays a key role in this protection is the microfold cell (M cell). These cells detect bacteria ...
Dec 10, 2025
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Could kiwis help manage chronic constipation? Dietary guidelines say yes
Kiwifruits, rye bread and high mineral-content water could all help alleviate chronic constipation. That's according to the first ever evidence-based dietary guidelines for adults with chronic constipation, led by researchers ...
Oct 13, 2025
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Mediterranean or plant-based diets may help reduce risk of chronic constipation in middle- and older-age adults
The incidence of chronic constipation increases as we age. A new study from Mass General Brigham researchers compares five common diets to determine the effectiveness of preventing chronic constipation in middle- and older-age ...
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