The gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in our intestines—plays an extensive role in human health and disease. An imbalance between healthy and unhealthy gut bacteria has been linked to a wide variety of adverse health conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, obesity, andRead
Our gut microbiota is made up of the millions of microscopic creatures that inhabit our gastrointestinal tract. It is responsible for producing enzymes, metabolites, and other molecules crucial for optimum health, helping regulate our metabolism, immunity, and other processes throughout the body. Previous research has also shown that a mother’sRead
Science is only beginning to understand the role that the gut microbiome—the collection of bacteria and other microbes that live in our intestines—plays in our overall health. For one thing, these tiny tenants of our digestive system metabolize various components of our diets to produce beneficial fatty acids (FAs) thatRead
A study published in the journal npj Biofilms and Microbes shows that short-term supplementation with cranberry extract can improve gut health and may help protect against disease.
Schizophrenia is one of the most common severe mental illnesses, affecting some 24 million people—about one in every 300—worldwide. Symptoms range from listlessness and apathy to issues with attention, memory, and concentration to full-blown hallucinations and delusions. Currently, there is no cure for schizophrenia, and treatments focus mainly on managingRead
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s, with more than 90,000 new cases diagnosed in the U.S. each year and more than 10 million total cases worldwide. Symptoms include the characteristic tremors and balance issues that typically lead to diagnosis, as well as non-motor symptoms, suchRead
Crafting a personalized probiotic protocol that changes across the lifespan, to meet your patients’ needs at every age and stage of life.
Teenagers experience rapid physical and mental changes. The microbiota and gut-brain axis play a crucial role in their health and wellbeing. However, diet, stress, and poor sleep quality may disrupt the balance in their gut microbiota. These easy, practical tips can help teens adopt a healthier diet and lifestyle to support optimal gut health.
The gut microbiome plays a vital role in children’s health, often influencing their physical and mental health later in life. Microbiome support starts with a healthy diet, but parents and caregivers often need advice about which foods provide the most benefits to optimize their child’s gut health. Cultured and fermentedRead
Research highlights specific patterns and transition points at various ages and stages of life, as well as significant impacts those changes have on long-term wellness—so a personalized gut-health protocol that considers evolving needs is crucial. Five primary ages and stages, with physiological, environmental and other factors that influence microbiome balance.
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