Adhering to the official Dietary Guidelines for Americans does more than just lower your blood pressure—it unlocks a thriving, diverse community of life-saving microbes in your gut.

The idea that our workouts could benefit the trillions of microbes that live in our guts—bacteria and viruses that help our immune systems, metabolism, digestion, and other key bodily functions—isn’t ...

Attaining a healthy gut microbiome has long been all the rage in the wellness world, but now it seems everyone else — including countless TikTokers — has become obsessed. However, despite all of the ...

Thanks to communication via nerves, hormones, immune signals and microbiome, the gut and brain are in constant correspondence ...

From lowering cholesterol to feeding your gut microbiome, here’s why this breakfast staple is so good for us and how to reap ...

Deep within your GI tract, there lives an active community of microorganisms known as your “gut microbiome.” Despite their ...

A new animal study suggests that sorbitol can contribute to liver damage, especially in animals with altered gut microbiomes.

Our gut is home to a micro-universe of tiny powerhouses, complete with their own genes and immune and metabolic profiles, playing a key role in our health and well-being.

Recent research indicates that consuming high levels of dietary salt for an extended period may disrupt the delicate balance ...

From probiotic pills to skincare products to dedicated meal plans, the microbiome is all the rage in the health and wellness space. That's because scientists have come to appreciate that the trillions ...

New research suggests that a healthy microbiome before chemotherapy could help protect breast cancer patients against heart damage, or cardiotoxicity, as a result of cancer therapy. Researchers found ...

Bacteria often get a bad rap. From ear infections to strep throat, many people associate bacteria with infections, a doctor’s visit and a possible round of antibiotics. One way to think about your gut ...