Probiotics linked to reduced mortality in infants born before 34 weeks
For infants born before 34 weeks of gestation and with a birth weight
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Loneliness and social isolation linked to increased risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, study finds
Loneliness and social isolation have been linked to an elevated risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), according to a study conducted by researchers from Central South University and the Army Medical University ...
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Study reveals direct gut-brain communication via vagus nerve
A recent study in an animal model provides direct evidence for the role of the vagus nerve in gut microbiome-brain communication, addressing a critical gap in the field.
Feb 11, 2025
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Microbiome shift linked to Crohn's disease remission sparks clinical study on new therapy
A special liquid diet, known as exclusive enteral nutrition, is an essential therapy for Crohn's disease. Patients consume only this formula for six to eight weeks, completely avoiding solid foods. However, the exact reasons ...
Feb 11, 2025
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Human microbiota modeling system can predict individual sensitivity to food additives
Widely used by the food industry, emulsifiers—a type of food additive—are found in many daily foods (sliced bread, ice creams, crème fraîche, plant milks, etc.). Given their omnipresence in our diet, the health effects ...
Feb 11, 2025
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Common antibiotic could treat inflammatory bowel disease, new study finds
An antibiotic used to treat infective diarrhea could be an effective drug for a type of inflammatory bowel disease, a new study has found.
Feb 10, 2025
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Scientists develop realistic 'micro-gut' model to study relationship between gut microbes and human diseases
In a breakthrough for the advanced study of gut health, NUS scientists have developed a 3D microscopic version of the human intestines condensed into a small chip about half the size of a five-cent coin.
Feb 10, 2025
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Why anti-TNF drugs don't work for some kids with Crohn's disease
A study by Michigan Medicine researchers has investigated possible genetic factors for drug efficacy for children with Crohn's disease.
Feb 10, 2025
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How fast is your gut? The answer to this question is important to your health
Many of us pay attention to the foods we're putting in our bodies—asking ourselves whether they're nutritious and healthy for us. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself how fast this food is moving through your gut? ...
Feb 9, 2025
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Intestinal worms could hold key to treating inflammatory bowel disease
A four year-long research study has found that particles secreted by an intestinal worm may assist in treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), an ailment suffered by millions of people globally.
Feb 6, 2025
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How gut bacteria might trigger autoimmune diseases like lupus
Bacteria in the gut have been implicated in autoimmune diseases, like lupus, that don't primarily affect the gastrointestinal system. But how those bacteria affect the human immune system remains unclear.
Feb 6, 2025
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Why some heavy drinkers develop advanced liver disease, while others do not
Why do some people who consume a few glasses of alcohol a day develop advanced liver disease while others who drink the same amount don't? The answer may lie in three common underlying medical conditions, according to a new ...
Feb 6, 2025
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Rural Americans drive over 25 miles for gastroenterologist care, study finds
Almost 50 million Americans—disproportionately in rural areas—must drive 25 miles or more to access a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment of issues involving the digestive system, according to a study from ...
Feb 6, 2025
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Opioid delta-receptor agonists alleviate stress-induced irritable bowel syndrome symptoms in mouse model
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects the intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea, constipation, or both. Although ...
Feb 5, 2025
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Life's Crucial 9 negatively linked to overactive bladder
Life's Crucial 9 (LC9), a recently proposed method for assessing cardiovascular health, has a strong negative correlation with overactive bladder (OAB), which is partially mediated by the weight-adjusted waist index (WWI), ...
Feb 5, 2025
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Inflammatory bowel disease tied to higher risk for heart disease
Male patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) face a higher risk for ischemic heart diseases (IHDs), according to a study published in the March issue of the International Journal of Cardiology Cardiovascular Risk and ...
Feb 5, 2025
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Surgery complication up for seronegative recipients of Epstein-Barr virus-seropositive donor kidneys
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-seronegative recipients of EBV-seropositive donor (EBV D+/R−) kidneys have an increased risk for posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD), according to a study published online Jan. 28 ...
Feb 5, 2025
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The 30-plants-a-week challenge: You may see gut health benefits even if you don't meet this goal
The more plants you include in your diet, the more health benefits you'll notice. This is why public health guidelines have long encouraged people to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day.
Feb 5, 2025
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Juicing may harm your health in just 3 days, study finds
Think your juice cleanse is making you healthier? A new Northwestern University study suggests it might be doing the opposite. The study, recently published in Nutrients, found that a vegetable and fruit juice-only diet—even ...
Feb 4, 2025
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Transcutaneous electrical stimulation aids gastroesophageal reflux disease
A transcutaneous electrical stimulation system (TESS) is effective in reducing both symptoms and esophageal acid exposure time in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), according to a study published online ...
Feb 4, 2025
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The gut-brain connection in Alzheimer's unveiled with X-rays
Scientists led by the Institute of Nanotechnology in Italy, in collaboration with the ESRF, the European Synchrotron in Grenoble, France, have discovered how X-ray micro- and nano- tomography can provide clues on the processes ...
Feb 3, 2025
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Key takeaways from the latest research into gut bacteria
Weighing in at nearly 2 kilos, our gut bacteria seem to play an even bigger role than was previously thought. These bacteria can influence our mood and act as a communication center. Gut microbiota researchers Åsa Håkansson ...
Feb 3, 2025
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Hepatologist explains how alcohol affects your liver
Excessive alcohol use can harm the body in many ways, including an increase in the risk of various cancers. It damages liver cells, leading to inflammation, scarring and serious conditions such as cirrhosis.
Feb 3, 2025
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