Scientists have identified a persistent molecular warning sign in intestinal cells that remains even when inflammatory bowel disease patients are in remission. The discovery, based on analysis of approximately 900 human gut biopsies and patient-derived mini-intestines, suggests cells can retain abnormalities that may trigger disease relapse.
Researchers at the University of Warwick analyzed data from more than 1.9 million people across 23 studies and found that ADHD is associated with nearly double the odds of constipation, 58% higher odds of irritable bowel syndrome, and an almost 50% increase in overall gastrointestinal symptoms.
Research involving 149 women suggests that declining levels of beneficial bacteria Lactobacillus gasseri in the aging uterine environment may contribute to fertility challenges in women over 35, pointing to potential bacterial supplement interventions.
New research has discovered that periodontitis reprograms bone marrow neutrophils through a Chac2-driven glutathione metabolic pathway, causing them to enter a highly inflammatory N1 state that drives systemic inflammation throughout the body.
A new analysis reveals that many prebiotic sodas, which have surged in popularity with promises of gut health benefits and low-calorie content, may actually contain lower fiber levels and higher sugar content than consumers expect.
A six-week clinical trial found that a daily prebiotic fiber supplement (inulin) reduced knee osteoarthritis pain comparable to supervised exercise programs, while also improving grip strength and pain sensitivity. The findings suggest a potential gut-muscle-pain connection that could offer a simpler alternative to digital physiotherapy.
The federal government's latest dietary guidelines specifically encourage Americans to eat more fermented foods, amid growing mainstream interest in gut health driven by rising colorectal cancer rates among young adults and increasing popularity of personalized microbiome treatments.
Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson, who spends $2 million annually on anti-aging treatments in his quest to 'defeat death,' revealed he has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis, an incurable condition causing his stomach to 'eat itself.'
New research suggests a widely consumed food may help remove harmful microplastics from the body by binding to particles or aiding their excretion, pointing to a potential dietary approach to reducing long-term exposure and related health risks.
