Research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, clarifies the complex interaction between gut bacteria and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Experiments demonstrate that gut bacteria can produce the important substance ...
Oct 20, 2025
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EPFL researchers have demonstrated the first pill-sized bioprinter that can be swallowed and guided within the gastrointestinal tract, where it directly deposits bio-ink over damaged tissues to support repair.
Oct 16, 2025
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In a new study using AI and machine learning, EPFL researchers have found that it's not only what we eat, but how consistently we eat it that plays a crucial role in gut health.
Oct 13, 2025
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New research presented at UEG Week 2025 shows that microplastics—plastic particles smaller than 5 mm commonly found in the environment—can alter the human gut microbiome, with some changes resembling patterns linked to depression ...
Oct 7, 2025
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A diet rich in the amino acid cysteine may have rejuvenating effects in the small intestine, according to a new study from MIT. This amino acid, the researchers discovered, can turn on an immune signaling pathway that helps ...
Oct 1, 2025
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Be it a cool iced coffee or warm cup of soup, the temperature of what we eat and drink may influence our mental and digestive health, according to new research led by San Diego State University.
Sep 30, 2025
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Mucus is more than just a sticky substance: It contains a wealth of powerful molecules called mucins that help to tame microbes and prevent infection. In a new study, MIT researchers have identified mucins that defend against ...
Sep 25, 2025
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It is well established that gut microbiome composition plays a pivotal role in human health—yet the precise connections are still not fully understood. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have moved a ...
Sep 24, 2025
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A new international study led by researchers at UBC Okanagan has found that Indo-Canadians, or Canadians who were born in Canada with Indian descent, experience major shifts in their gut microbiome as their diets become more ...
Sep 22, 2025
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Malnutrition is a leading cause of death in children under age 5, and nearly 150 million children globally under this age have stunted growth from lack of nutrition. Although an inadequate diet is a major contributor, researchers ...
Sep 9, 2025
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