Isolated prebiotics and polyphenols are sold as gut health supplements, but an intriguing study suggests that whole, unrefined food sources may sometimes be better.
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Food additives linked to anxiety via gut-brain axis
Artificial emulsifiers commonly used in the food industry are coming under increasing scrutiny due to potential adverse effects. An experimental study suggests they could be linked to anxiety by disrupting gut bacteria.
read moreGut bacteria-targeted diet improves mental health
A diet that is designed to improve the health of billions of bacteria living in your digestive system has been shown to reduce body weight and mitigate depression.
read moreBroccoli improves your gut bacteria
Recent studies have revealed what happens to your gut bacteria when you eat broccoli, and the effects are remarkable.
read morePhytonutrients and prebiotics improve gut health
A combination of phytonutrients and prebiotic fibre improved gut bacterial profiles and reduced bloating, gas, and abdominal pain.
read moreGut bacterial overgrowth linked to heart disease
Bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine could contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, in part due to reduced vitamin K synthesis.
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