“When the gut is healthy and balanced, it sends ‘good’ signals that support brain health. But when it’s disturbed—by stress, poor diet, or antibiotics—it can send “stress” signals that may impair ...

An excess of bacteria in the gut can change the way the liver processes fat and could lead to the development of metabolic syndrome, according to health researchers. Metabolic syndrome is a group of ...

Fermented foods generally last longer, but even with foods that contain good bacteria, you have to watch out for invasions of ...

Your gut health can impact everything from your mood to your immune system, but it could also be the cause of your poor sleep, a study has found. Specific types of gut bacteria have been linked to ...

Pieces of bacteria migrating from the gut to the brain may play a key role in sleep, scientists have discovered, suggesting that the oldest and most basic microorganisms in our bodies are crucial in ...

Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RD Key Points Leaky gut occurs when your gut barrier becomes compromised, allowing ...

Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) represent a class of tiny yet mighty molecules produced when beneficial bacteria in your gut ferment dietary fiber. These microscopic compounds, primarily acetate, ...

Recent studies have demonstrated that excess sugar can cause depression in non-diabetics. For example, data from the National ...

A fascinating breakthrough in multiple sclerosis research reveals that the microscopic organisms living in our digestive systems might hold crucial clues about the disease’s development and severity.

A new study has produced strong evidence that red meat consumption is a trigger for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), demonstrating how it alters gut bacteria and immune activity in ways that worsen ...

Japanese researchers reveal that diets rich in pulses and vegetables may help reduce stress levels—not just through nutrients, but by supporting the growth of specific gut bacteria. Research: The ...