This article contains affiliate links; if you click such a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Experts Reveal the Top Food for Better DigestionJavi Sanz – Getty Images “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links.” Your digestive system is responsible for taking all … Read more
There are several spices in our Indian household that offer numerous health benefits. One of these spices is cloves. Though it may look small, it offers powerful digestive benefits and can even help with inflammatory ailments. However, like with every food ingredient, moderation is the key. This spice may look small, but it carries powerful … Read more
Cancer is one of the causes responsible for the most deaths worldwide; in 2020, for example, it resulted in ten million deaths. It has been estimated that micro-organism infections caused between 13-18% of these cases. Until now, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified thirteen micro-organisms as carcinogenic, which include viruses, bacteria … Read more
To gain more knowledge about how ultra-processed food affects us, we need new research methods, claim researchers. Now they are looking to better understand our intestinal flora. Wilhelm Glomm is one of the researchers at the Department of Biotechnology and Nanomedicine at SINTEF. He is interested in how the content of ultra-processed food can … Read more
Could a common stomach bug help shield the brain from Parkinson’s? New research links H. pylori infection to reduced disease risk, opening fresh avenues in neurodegenerative science. Study: Helicobacter pylori infection might be a protective factor against Parkinson’s disease. Image Credit: Liya Graphics / Shutterstock Around half the world has Helicobacter pylori infections, which are typically linked to … Read more
A team of researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Georgia (UGA) has received more than $4 million from federal and non-governmental organizations to support research on Chagas disease prevalence, diagnostics and treatment to benefit both dogs and humans. Chagas disease is a tropical illness caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, which is most … Read more
Excessive alcohol consumption is a significant public health concern, responsible for approximately 6% of all deaths and contributing to 5.1% of the global disease burden. Alcohol use is a major risk factor for over 200 diseases, including liver cirrhosis, pancreatitis, and esophageal cancer, with a particularly high incidence of gastrointestinal diseases. More than 50% of … Read more
New research from Stanford University in the US state of California shows fibre does far more than keep you regular – it could be a powerful weapon in cancer prevention. Yet fewer than 10 per cent of Americans meet their daily needs for this nutrient. The study, published in peer-reviewed journal Nature Metabolism, uncovers how … Read more
Plastic pollution is a serious global problem that impacts all living things and crucial ecosystems. In the ocean, scientists have determined that microplastics are being spread through animal waste at surprising levels. What’s happening? A research team from Tel Aviv University found that marine animals consume plastic and excrete microplastics in their feces. A write-up … Read more
Can probiotics take your athletic performance to the next level? New research reveals their impact on endurance, recovery, and immunity—while the jury’s still out on strength. Review: The Role of the Gut Microbiome and Probiotics in Sports Performance: A Narrative Review Update. Image Credit: Maridav / Shutterstock In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers … Read more