Microbes are usually cast as villains, yet most of the microscopic life on and around us is quietly keeping us alive. From the bacteria lining your gut to the organisms drifting in city air, these ...

At a time of year when many are spring cleaning homes, here’s advice from experts: Protect your house’s microbiome for your health. The world around us, including our homes, is full of microorganisms ...

Different dairy foods appear to influence the gut’s bacteria and wall-attached microbial community in distinct ways.

Researchers have learned more about how beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome can help protect against infection. The study also suggested that the right diet can improve the health of the ...

Balance must be maintained among the trillions of microbes that live in the gastrointestinal tract. The gut microbiome has to host enough beneficial microbes to help control the levels of potentially ...

If you want to get healthier and fitter this year, it all starts with good gut health. A top US-based gastroenterologist recommended seven foods that support healthy digestion and prevent stomach issu ...

Although your kitchen may look clean, there are many areas where bacteria may be hiding. We're all aware of many areas in our kitchen that can become havens for germs: the telltale aromatic sponge, ...

From fiber-packed beans to probiotic-rich yogurt and kefir, these dietitian-approved packaged snacks make supporting gut ...

Why do some chocolate bars exhibit complex flavor notes like floral, caramel, and gentle woody, while others taste harsh, bitter, and astringent? A study published in Nature Microbiology has for the ...

Many everyday chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria and potentially fuel antibiotic resistance, prompting calls to ...