10 ways to improve gut health

The gut is home to billions of microorganisms. Many of these are beneficial to overall health

What prebiotic foods should people eat?

Prebiotics work with probiotics in the body to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Many prebiotic foods are suitable for vegans, including almonds, savoy cabbage, garlic, chicory, and leeks

Mediterranean diet increases ‘good’ gut bacteria

In a study of monkeys, researchers found that a Mediterranean diet significantly increased levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

β-glucan-enriched pasta boosts good gut bacteria, reduces bad cholesterol

People fed β-glucan-enriched pasta for two months showed increased populations of beneficial bacteria in their intestinal tracts, and reduced populations of non-beneficial bacteria.

Popular artificial sweetener not so sweet

One of the active ingredients in a popular artificial sweetener could have the potential to limit the impact of therapeutic drugs, reduce the number and balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut…

How beneficial bacteria communicate with human cells

Communication is vital to any successful relationship.

Consuming Pistachios May Promote A Beneficial Gut Environment

First-of-its-kind research presented as an abstract at the 2012 American Society for Nutrition suggests eating pistachios may positively impact bacterial profile of the digestive tract A preliminary 16-person study suggests that eating pistachios may help alter levels of potentially beneficial bacteria in the gut, a finding that holds promise for supporting digestive health(1)…