Gut Health

I remember sitting, looking at my plate, and feeling mortified.

Specific types of bacteria were related to improved cognitive abilities, suggesting an influence of the gut microbiome on brain development.

"We were surprised by how relatively small the portions of the prebiotic dense foods contained the recommended daily amount of prebiotics," Cassandra Boyd said.

Roughly 20 percent of people in the U.S suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease. What is it, what triggers it, and how do you stop it?

I'm really pleased with the results—and I've got my confidence back.

Researcher Susan Schiffman told Newsweek that it is time to revisit the safety and regulatory status of the sugar substitute.

I've experienced so many benefits—and my past health problems have dramatically improved.

I really noticed one benefit in particular.

I immediately had so much more energy.

Dr. Vincent Pedre tells Newsweek how he healed his gut health over two decades in this original essay.

"We're actually putting our gut health in jeopardy because we'd be flushing out a lot of the good bacteria in our gut," said Registered Dietician Abbey Sharp.

ColonBroom is a dietary supplement that provides a safe and effective way to relieve constipation. It may also help reduce bloating.

Research group ZOE has launched the "Blue Poop Challenge," which encourages people to turn their poops blue in the name of gut health.

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Why not make 2021 the year you revolutionize your health from the inside out, by supporting the trillions of bacteria living in your gut?

In an attempt to strip out bad bacteria, you may be losing out on the good stuff too. Discover what probiotics are and what they are for?

All diseases begin in the gut.

How humans react to fear or stress-inducing situations may be related to gut bacteria, according to a recent scientific study.

Immigrants to the U.S. are especially susceptible to obesity and diseases such as diabetes. Could changes to the gut microbiome be why?

Our mysterious microbiota could help us fight diabetes and even stay slim.

Eating chocolate during the day is better for your system, according to doctors.

Brain injury led to clear changes in the mice's colons.

Vegetables like brussel sprouts and cauliflower may also have the same benefits.

The gut is the first line of defense and the largest interface between the host—in this case, a person – and the outside world.