Exotic fruit may help fight obesity

An Amazonian fruit called camu camu may offer a new way to tackle obesity. Rich in phytochemicals, the fruit may also benefit the microbiome.

The poop of great apes gives clues about our health

The importance of gut flora is well known, but little is known about how our microbiome has changed over time. Examining great ape poop may shed light.

Could gut bacteria cause joint pain?

A study looks at the relationship between diet, gut bacteria, and osteoarthritis. Surprisingly, it found that the microbiome is linked to joint health.

How broccoli protects your gut

New research finds that broccoli might be beneficial for gastrointestinal health; it appears to regulate the microbiome and prevent leaky gut.

Is white or whole wheat bread ‘healthier?’ Depends on the person

Despite many studies looking at which bread is the healthiest, it is still not clear what effect bread and differences among bread types have on clinically relevant parameters and on the microbiome.

Gut bacteria and the brain: Are we controlled by microbes?

How much influence do your gut bacteria have on your state of mind?

Study Suggests Increasing Complexity Of Gut Effect On Health

The microbiome is your body’s set of microbial communities; microbial cells outnumber human cells roughly ten to one.