How fish gut microbes set them up to socialize
Gut microbes encourage specialized cells to prune back extra connections in brain circuits that control social behavior, research in zebrafish shows.
How fish gut microbes set them up to socialize
Gut microbes encourage specialized cells to prune back extra connections in brain circuits that control social behavior, research in zebrafish shows.
Marten poop reveals a lot about ecosystem health
The gut microbiomes of marten living in the wild is very different that those living near people, researchers find.
BefA protein triggers insulin-producing cells to reproduce
New research shows how a protein called BefA functions. The findings could hold clues to type 1 diabetes.
Gut bacteria let bears eat differently but reach the same size
The gut microbiomes of bears allow them to reach the same size as other bears, despite eating a very different diet.
How does red meat raise heart disease risk?
“The interactions between red meat, our gut microbiome, and the bioactive metabolites they generate seem to be an important pathway for risk…”
How gut bacteria evolve to become dangerous
A new study explains how gut bacteria can evolve to become more pathogenic, leading to chronic inflammation and associated health problems.
Prenatal opioids can do long-term harm to kid brains
Prenatal opioid exposure may trigger long-term neurological effects in a child’s life. The key is the opioid’s impact on the developing gut microbiome.
Any fiber is good fiber, just get more of it
How do you know which dietary fiber supplement is best for you? It doesn’t really matter, experts say. Just get more of it.
Early antibiotics may lead to lasting asthma, allergies
“The practical implication is simple: Avoid antibiotic use in young children whenever you can…”