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Health editor Hugh Pym revamped his diet after a test suggested his gut health appeared to look five years older than he was ...

Our gut microbes and genes are in constant conversation, shaping each other in ways that affect everything from immunity and inflammation to disease risk, according to new review of scientific ...

Fermented drinks like kombucha, kefir, and amazake contain live bacteria and other compounds that may help support gut health ...

When dentists look inside your mouth, they’re not just looking for cavities. They’re looking for gum disease and oral cancers, as well as assessing the overall health of the millions of bacteria, ...

Some antibiotics stop bacteria from growing without actually killing them, allowing infections to return later. Scientists at ...

For many children and their families, migraine is more than just a headache. Recurrent pain can interrupt school life, limit ...

Consumers may have noticed a recent trend in food and beverage products labeled probiotic or prebiotic. The products often say they “support a healthy gut” or “boost your immune system” by providing ...

Dog ownership benefits the mental health and social behaviors of teens, which may come about due to changes in gut microbes.

Cold weather can wreak havoc on skin and immunity — and it turns out; your vaginal health is no exception. Hygiene, dress ...

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