Type 2 diabetes may begin leaving clues in the gut long before a diagnosis arrives. In a large Swedish study, people who later developed the disease shared a pattern of bacterial changes years ...

The presence of certain bacteria in the gut microbiota, and fluctuations in a person's metabolism, can be seen in people who ...

To deal with a leaky gut, your body shunts sugar to your immune system, causing insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and ...

Dear Doctors: I just finished a tough year in grad school, and my diet hasn't been that great. I know your gut microbiome has a lot to do with good health, and I want to get mine into better shape.

When meal timings repeatedly fall out of sync with this internal rhythm, digestion becomes less efficient, and the effects ...

Wellness influencers often talk about fixing a broken gut microbiome. And marketers sell tests and supplements to fix your ...

The microorganisms in our intestines play an important role in many bodily processes, from digestion to emotions, and are a key factor in our overall health. A number of modern diseases could be ...

A study describes a mechanism in mice through which psychological stress can alter gut microbiome and thereby can increase ...

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have identified clear links between the composition of gut bacteria and frailty ...

The review suggests microbes may influence hormones that are linked to cancers such as breast and endometrial cancer.

Emerging evidence suggests coffee influences gut microbiota through bioactive compounds beyond caffeine, with potential effects on digestive and metabolic health.

When it comes to habits that promote gut health, many people think about diet. Food, after all, plays a big role in the integrity of your gut microbiome, as certain nutrients can benefit (or harm!) ...