Biological Phenomena: News and Research on Gastrointestinal Microbiome

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Your gut remembers every diet

The summer holidays are often a time of excess. Rich food, larger portions and more frequent social eating are part of the season. Once it's over, many people feel the urge to compensate. Brief flits with juice cleanses, ...

New commentary calls for evidence-backed dietary guidelines

A new commentary says the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans give undue prominence to meat, dairy, and "bad" fat, and risk the public's health. The Viewpoint article, titled "When Nutrition Science is Ignored/Potential ...

Four evidence-based nutrition strategies for women athletes

If you're a female athlete thinking about nutrition goals for the new year, here's some good news: The science on fueling for performance is finally getting the attention it deserves. Below are four evidence-based strategies ...

Two days of oatmeal can reduce cholesterol level

A short-term oat-based diet appears to be surprisingly effective at reducing the cholesterol level. This is indicated by a trial by the University of Bonn, which has now been published in Nature Communications. The participants ...

Exhaled breath may carry clues to gut microbiome health

The human gut is home to trillions of beneficial microbes that play a crucial role in health. Disruptions in this delicate community of bacteria and viruses—called the gut microbiome—have been linked to obesity, asthma and ...

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