21 h. ago Scientists find new link between gut health and this everyday essential

There is still a lot science does not understand about the gut microbiome

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64 h. ago A daily probiotic can help cut the risk of gut damage from antidepressants

Researchers claim they have found an easy solution. The plant fibre works by travelling through the large intestine and acts as a food source for gut bacteria and helps growth.

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6 d. ago More than 100 medications found to disrupt gut health and raise the risk of colon cancer

Over 140 medications disrupt the gut microbiome by forcing bacteria into intense nutrient competition, creating an imbalance that can lead to cancer-promoting inflammation.

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8 d. ago Your gut health is important. Here’s six recipes to boost it

From cottage cheese pancakes to sticky miso aubergine poke bowls

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9 d. ago Tea drinkers issued health alert about habits that are 'wrecking your gut'

Drinking tea is a beloved habit across the UK. However, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist has now issued an alert to anyone who drinks tea and shared seven habits to avoid

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1 week ago Doctor warns you are eating 'too much sugar' if you answer yes to 3 questions

Dr Megan Rossi, also known as the Gut Health doctor, has mapped out three simple questions to ask yourself to see if you are eating too much sugar

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1 week ago The link between the gut microbiome and autism not backed by science, experts say

The role of the gut in autism continues to attract widespread attention, but experts now say there is no scientific evidence that the gut microbiome causes autism.

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2 w. ago The truth about the ‘liquid gold’ supplement that claims to boost your immune system

While colostrum has undeniable benefits in early life, scientific evidence on its effectiveness in adults remains limited

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2 w. ago Polyphenols are the next big thing in nutrition — but what are they?

The wellness world is buzzing about their link to longevity, gut health and reduced inflammation. But what actually are they, and how can we get more of them in our diet?

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2 w. ago Scientists uncover unexpected link between serotonin and cancer

Recent research aims to build an understanding of serotonin’s role across different tissues and cellular pathways

Science

2 w. ago Why winter might be wrecking your gut health — and how to fix it

Feeling sluggish, struggling to sleep, and catching every cold going? Showing your digestion some TLC can help you to sail through the cold months feeling your best, says nutritionist Louise Pyne

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2 w. ago Ukraine strikes leave Russian cities without heat and power in pinpoint attack

Ukraine's drones and missiles have left Russians shivering in the dark as the two countries trade brutal strikes aiming to 'weaponise winter' and wreck power systems

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2 w. ago More than a dozen species of gut microbe linked to most common form of heart disease

Increasing number of links established between gut health and other parts of the body

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3 w. ago Artificial sweeteners found in fizzy drinks could improve gut health and help you shed the pounds, controversial study finds

Scientists from the Netherlands have claimed switching from sugars to artificial sweeteners could support weight loss.

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3 w. ago It's the trendy new diagnosis for everything from fatigue to brain fog... but here's the truth about your gut problem

Do you often feel bloated? Tired? Gassy? Suffer from brain fog? A quick Google search of your symptoms will soon point to a scary-sounding diagnosis.

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3 w. ago Can an apple a day REALLY keep the doctor away? Experts reveal how to make the crunchy fruits even more nutritious

There's a simple way to protect your heart health, boost your brainpower and lower your cholesterol for just 40p-chomping on a humble apple.

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3 w. ago Bad bacteria in babies' guts could make them more likely to develop depression as adults

Different strains of bacteria found in the gut have long been known to influence mental health - a phenomenon known as the brain-gut axis.

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3 w. ago Could the bacteria in our guts help to shape our personalities?

Rats with faecal implants from exuberant toddlers were more willing to explore their surroundings

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3 w. ago Doctor names the biggest breakfast mistakes which are ruining your gut health... how many are YOU guilty of?

Famously described at the most important meal of the day, breakfast is hailed for a bringing a swathe of health benefits. But seven common breakfast could be harming your health.

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3 w. ago Harvard doctor reveals the common breakfast mistakes that are 'wrecking' your gut

Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist based in California, has revealed the unlikely breakfast mistakes that could be wrecking your gut and leading to discomfort.

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