Do the microbes in your gut influence what foods you like?
Scientists have identified more than 3,000 species of bacteria living in the human gut. We know they play a role in digestion and immune function....
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A gut microbe linked to the Mediterranean diet boosts muscle strength in mice
People with stronger muscles are more likely to harbor a particular species of bacteria in their guts, and when this bacterial species was fed to...
Viruses in the gut may help prevent blood sugar spikes, mouse study hints
Viruses found in the intestines — collectively called the gut virome — activate the immune system to help metabolize carbohydrates, thereby reducing blood sugar spikes,...
Could gut microbes hold the secret to aging well? A researcher unpacks the emerging science
People have long given up on the search for the Fountain of Youth, a mythical spring that could reverse aging. But for some scientists, the...
Sleep deprivation triggers a cascade of harmful signals from the brain to the gut
A night or two of poor sleep can do more than cause tiredness — it may also mess with stem cells in the gut, making...