Scientists find link between Parkinson's and gut bacteria
Parkinson's disease is a central nervous system disorder that restricts movement and affects up to 10 million people globally.
Dec 03, 2016, 11:55 AM IST
Nitrogen plays a key role in gut health
Though there are different ways by which a person can have a good diet, but the same diet does not work in a same way for every individual, according to the study.
Nov 26, 2016, 20:34 PM IST
Gut bacteria's secretion may help against kidney stone
In a recent research, scientists have discovered that factors secreted by gut bacteria might help prevent or treat kidney stones. Kidney stones can pose serious health problems for people and can increase their risks of developing chronic kidney disease and chronic kidney disease
Oct 15, 2016, 00:58 AM IST
Obese and lean children have different gut bacteria
Children and teenagers who are obese have different microorganisms living in their digestive tract than those who are lean, according to a new study.
Sep 22, 2016, 20:48 PM IST
Gut bacteria therapy may help reduce weight gain
The researchers found that incorporating the engineered bacteria into the guts of mice both kept them from gaining weight and protected them against some of the negative health effects of obesity.
Aug 29, 2016, 16:00 PM IST
Antibiotics may boost harmful gut bacteria
Gastroenteritis is a common side effect of taking antibiotics.
Jun 16, 2016, 16:22 PM IST
Walnuts may reduce risk of colon cancer, says study
Walnuts are considered good for health as it helps in healthy ageing and also improves the blood cholesterol levels and maintains good gut health.
Jun 03, 2016, 16:43 PM IST
Beware! Artificial sweeteners may harm your health
Recent study suggests that bacteria in the gut may be able to break down artificial sweeteners, resulting in negative health effects.
May 25, 2016, 15:31 PM IST
'Good' gut bacteria can help prevent cancer
In mice with more of the beneficial bacteria, the blood cell tumours took significantly longer to form.
Apr 14, 2016, 18:47 PM IST
Mother's antibacterial soap use may affect baby's gut bacteria
Use of antibacterial bar soap, especially those containing a compound called triclocarban (TCC), during pregnancy and breast-feeding may alter the offspring's composition of intestinal bacteria and other micro-organisms, called the gut microbiota, a study warns.
Apr 02, 2016, 11:45 AM IST
Alcohol allows bacteria to infiltrate into liver
The study was published in Cell Host & Microbe.
Feb 11, 2016, 12:46 PM IST
Chummy chimps harbour richer gut bacteria
Monitoring social behaviour of wild chimpanzees, researchers have found that being gregarious may help transmit beneficial microbes and increase diversity of gut bacteria.
Jan 17, 2016, 12:50 PM IST
Indian scientists map gut bacteria of 15 tribes for better health
Gut bacteria and the human microbiome are red hot topics right now. In 2015, a major chunk of research was directed on these tiny companions that live inside and on human bodies and as links to obesity, brain and cardiac health emerged, it became clear that they are much more important than previously thought.
Jan 01, 2016, 18:08 PM IST
Gut bacteria signal to brain when you are full
Gut bacteria may signal to your brain when you are full
Nov 25, 2015, 16:59 PM IST
Intestinal worms 'talk' to gut bacteria to boost immune system
In this study, the researchers looked at the effects of helminths that infect pigs.
Oct 31, 2015, 12:15 PM IST
Gut bacteria play key role in body's self-defense
Scientists have found that human gut bacteria regulate the levels of the body's main antioxidant, glutathione, which fights a host of diseases.
Oct 20, 2015, 10:39 AM IST
Probiotics can reverse cow's milk allergies in infants
A probiotic formula when given to infants who developed intolerance to cow's milk has reversed the food allergy by increasing gut bacteria associated with good health, new research shows.
Sep 22, 2015, 18:04 PM IST
Gut bacteria key to good cholesterol, heart health
Bacteria living in your gut may impact your weight, fat and good cholesterol levels - necessary to help maintain a healthy heart.
Sep 11, 2015, 15:09 PM IST
