According to the World Health Organization, a probiotic is “a live microorganism which when administered in adequate amounts confers a health benefit on the host.” ...

The microbiome in the vagina has received less attention than its cousin in the gut – but a well-balanced vaginal microbiome ...

When it comes to digestive wellness, it’s important to find foods that encourage good bacteria and flush out harmful types. Sweeteners — including Stevia, pureed fruits and maple syrup — won’t trigger ...

A "good" gut bacteria found in probiotic drinks and tablets leads to a healthier pregnancy, according to new research. The Cambridge University-led study has found the first "clear evidence" that ...

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Gut health tends to get all the attention, but the journey to better digestive balance actually starts with your mouth.

Antibiotics kill disease-causing bacteria as well as the beneficial ones living in our gut, disturbing the health-maintaining microbiome. A new antibiotic specifically targets hard-to-kill bacteria ...

Contrary to popular belief, bacteria is actually good for your skin. It helps make up the skin’s microbiome, which sits above your skin’s moisture barrier and plays a critical role in protecting skin ...

The drugs can wreak havoc on your microbiome. Here’s what may be key to restoring it. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Isobel Whitcomb Q: I was recently prescribed antibiotics ...

An electron microscope image showing clumps of Streptococcus mutans, strains of which are the dominant cavity-causing bacteria in humans. The bacteria form clumps after producing and secreting a ...