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Dietary emulsifiers and gut bacteria linked to colitis and obesity
Posted on Sat, 11 Apr 15

Dietary emulsifiers and gut bacteria linked to colitis and obesity

Artificial food additives may be allowing your gut bacteria to break through a protective mucus layer in your gut and cause disease throughout your body.

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Glutamine improves gut bacteria in obesity
Posted on Sun, 15 Feb 15

Glutamine improves gut bacteria in obesity

The amino acid glutamine is used to improve gastrointestinal health, and a new pilot study suggests it may change your gut bacteria in a way that favors weight loss.

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How to choose a probiotic
Posted on Wed, 11 Feb 15

How to choose a probiotic

Probiotic supplements are very popular but the wide range available can make it difficult to identify a quality and effective product. The following simple guide can help you.

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Traditional sourdough bread better for digestive health
Posted on Tue, 16 Dec 14

Traditional sourdough bread better for digestive health

Bread made by traditional sourdough long fermentation is less likely to lead to digestive symptoms compared to bread made using modern industrial methods.

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Probiotic shows promise for obesity and diabetes
Posted on Fri, 15 Aug 14

Probiotic shows promise for obesity and diabetes

Probiotics might be able to help improve your blood sugar and body weight, according to a new study showing that the probiotic yeast Saccharomyces boulardii reversed diabetes and obesity by improving gastrointestinal health and reducing inflammation.

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Exercise improves gut bacteria diversity
Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 14

Exercise improves gut bacteria diversity

Higher bacterial diversity in your gut has been associated with better health, and a new study has discovered that exercise may help.

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