Antibiotics are designed to kill harmful bacteria and help the body recover from infection. But some antibiotics may also ...

Spending time with close companions might do more than strengthen bonds—it could also reshape your gut bacteria. In a study ...

Share on Pinterest The collections of bacteria in the gut may play a role in the regulation of stress responses, an animal study suggests. Image credit: Justin Lewis/Getty Images. Experts are ...

Consumption of soft drinks, supplemented with white sugar, alters the DNA of gut bacteria and affects the host immune system. The good news? These effects are reversible. The findings by researchers ...

When living with a partner, you might be sharing more than just the same home, lifestyle and interests. You might also share various microscopic organisms residing on and in you. This community of ...

Scientists have made an important discovery that could change how doctors understand two serious brain diseases: Amyotrophic ...

You may be familiar with the idea that your gut and skin are home to a collection of microbes – fungi, bacteria and viruses – that are vital for keeping you healthy. But did you know that your eyes ...

The gut microbiome, also referred to as gut bacteria or gut microbiota, is a diverse community of microorganisms that reside in the digestive tract, primarily in the intestines. Your body is home to ...

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that affects the brain and makes it harder for people to control their movements ...