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Parasites that can lead to cancer

  Certain parasitic worms that can live inside the human body can also raise the risk of developing some kinds of cancer. These organisms are not found in the United States, but they can be a concern for people who live in or travel to other parts of the world. Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis are liver flukesContinue reading “Parasites that can lead to cancer”

Tips when taking probiotics

Always choose a probiotic supplement with at least 10 billion live organisms per dosage. Keep in mind that the probiotic supplement should ensure (in writing) that you’ll continue to receive this number throughout the shelf life of the product. Avoid taking probiotics with chlorinated water. Chlorine is added to municipal water systems to kill bacteria,Continue reading “Tips when taking probiotics”

Circadian clock alters response to diet and changes to gut microbiome

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CAUSES INTESTINAL DAMAGE NEUROSCIENCE NEWSDECEMBER 8, 2017 Researchers have identified a link between traumatic brain injury and intestinal changes. A new study reports the intestinal changes may contribute to increased risk of developing infections and could worsen brain damage in TBI patients.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGY6 MIN READ BACTERIAL CLUES IN BABY’S DIRTY DIAPERSContinue reading “Circadian clock alters response to diet and changes to gut microbiome”

Traumatic brain injury causes intestinal damage

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CAUSES INTESTINAL DAMAGE NEUROSCIENCE NEWSDECEMBER 8, 2017 Researchers have identified a link between traumatic brain injury and intestinal changes. A new study reports the intestinal changes may contribute to increased risk of developing infections and could worsen brain damage in TBI patients.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGY6 MIN READ BACTERIAL CLUES IN BABY’S DIRTY DIAPERSContinue reading “Traumatic brain injury causes intestinal damage”

Bacteria in fermented food signal the immune system

THE HUMAN MICROBIOME IS A TREASURE TROVE WAITING TO BE UNLOCKED NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 15, 2019 Understanding the complexity of the human microbiome may help unlock mysteries behind health and psychological illnesses.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGYNEUROSCIENCEPSYCHOLOGY6 MIN READ CAN MATHEMATICS HELP US UNDERSTAND THE COMPLEXITY OF OUR MICROBIOME? NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 5, 2019 A newly developed mathematical framework describesContinue reading “Bacteria in fermented food signal the immune system”

Study links gut bacteria that can lead to seizures and strokes

DIETARY FIBER REDUCES BRAIN INFLAMMATION DURING AGING NEUROSCIENCE NEWSSEPTEMBER 14, 2018 Researchers report a high fiber diet can help to reduce both intestinal and brain inflammation during aging. … READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGYNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES6 MIN READ SPECIFIC BACTERIA IN SMALL INTESTINE ARE CRUCIAL FOR FAT ABSORPTION NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAPRIL 13, 2018 Researchers reveal the Western diet can induceContinue reading “Study links gut bacteria that can lead to seizures and strokes”

Delaying age related diseases by keeping gut bacteria in balance

DELAYING AGE RELATED DISEASES BY KEEPING GUT BACTERIA IN BALANCE NEUROSCIENCE NEWSSEPTEMBER 11, 2015 According to researchers, analyzing intestinal bacteria could be a promising way to predict health outcomes as we age.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES6 MIN READ CHANGES IN ABUNDANCE OF MOUSE GUT BACTERIA CONNECTED TO CIRCADIAN RHYTHM NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAUGUST 5, 2015 According toContinue reading “Delaying age related diseases by keeping gut bacteria in balance”

More sociable chimps harbor richer gut microbiomes

TARGETING THE GUT-BRAIN CONNECTION CAN IMPACT IMMUNITY NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAUGUST 11, 2016 Researchers report that manipulating dopamine signaling in the nervous system of C. elegans can control inflammation in the gut.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGY6 MIN READ GUT BUSTING: HOW GASEOUS SUBSTANCES IN THE BODY AFFECT PSYCHE AND BEHAVIOR NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 26, 2016 A new study reports onContinue reading “More sociable chimps harbor richer gut microbiomes”

Altered gut microbiome could indicate Parkinson’s disease

ALTERED GUT MICROBIOME COULD INDICATE PARKINSON’S DISEASE NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAUGUST 29, 2017 Even during early stages of the disease, gut bacteria in those with Parkinson’s differs significantly from those without the disease, a new study reports.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGY6 MIN READ NEW LIGHT ON LINK BETWEEN GUT BACTERIA AND ANXIETY NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAUGUST 25, 2017 Researchers discover gutContinue reading “Altered gut microbiome could indicate Parkinson’s disease”

Even on standardized diet, gut flora changes from day to day

OBES EVEN ON STANDARDIZED DIET, GUT FLORA CHANGES FROM DAY TO DAY NEUROSCIENCE NEWSSEPTEMBER 14, 2018 Researchers say that, despite taking a standardized diet consisting of a liquid meal replacement, gut bacteria change frequently and unpredictably.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES6 MIN READ HUMAN GUT STUDY QUESTIONS PROBIOTIC HEALTH BENEFITS NEUROSCIENCE NEWSSEPTEMBER 7, 2018 According toContinue reading “Even on standardized diet, gut flora changes from day to day”

Household cleaners may contribute to obesity in kids by altering the gut microbiome

GUT BACTERIA LINKED TO DEPRESSION IDENTIFIED NEUROSCIENCE NEWSFEBRUARY 4, 2019 A new study reports two different gut bacteria are depleted in people with depression, regardless of antidepressant treatments.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCEPSYCHOLOGY5 MIN READ METABOLITE PRODUCED BY GUT BACTERIA FROM POMEGRANATES REDUCES IBD NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJANUARY 12, 2019 Researchers report UroA, a microbial metabolite derived from a compoundContinue reading “Household cleaners may contribute to obesity in kids by altering the gut microbiome”

Exercise may improve health by increasing gut bacterial diversity

NEW EVIDENCE SUPPORTS THE PRESENCE OF MICROBES IN THE PLACENTA NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJUNE 18, 2019 Microbes found in the placenta may play a key role in shaping the developing fetal immune system.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCE7 MIN READ GUT BACTERIA INTERFERES WITH METABOLISM OF PARKINSON’S DRUG NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJUNE 13, 2019 Study provides first concrete examples of how theContinue reading “Exercise may improve health by increasing gut bacterial diversity”

Gut microbes associated with temperament traits in children

GUT MICROBES MAY AFFECT THE COURSE OF ALS NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 22, 2019 Researchers have isolated a molecule that may be under-produced in the gut of those with ALS. Using mouse models of the disease, researchers identified 11 microbial strains that became altered as the disease progressed, or before the development of symptoms. … READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGYNEUROSCIENCE7 MINContinue reading “Gut microbes associated with temperament traits in children”

Mom’s gut parasites protect babies from inflammation

THE MACABRE WORLD OF MIND CONTROLLING PARASITES NEUROSCIENCE NEWSMAY 1, 2018 Neuroparasitology could shed new light into the neurological basis for behavior and decision making, researchers say.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES5 MIN READ MOM’S GUT PARASITES PROTECT BABIES’ BRAINS FROM INFLAMMATION NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 20, 2015 According to a new study, tapeworms can protect infant ratsContinue reading “Mom’s gut parasites protect babies from inflammation”