Jessica is a writer on the Wellness team with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. When she's not reporting on health facts, she ...

While pollster Nate Silver revealed last month that he'd vote for Vice President Kamala Harris on Nov. 5, his "gut" is telling him that former President Trump will win. Silver set the scene in his ...

Scientists at Florida State University (FSU) have discovered a potential link between gut bacteria and the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease. An estimated 6.7 million older adults have ...

But as the wrappers pile up and the sugar rush hits, there’s something far more sinister brewing beneath the surface: the negative effects of candy on your gut health. Sugar and other ...

There are several reasons for feeling bloated after eating, from underlying health issues and gut imbalances to hormone levels, your temperature and the types of foods you eat. Even the speed at ...

Gordon, MD, zeroed in on how the children's gut microbiomes respond to the therapy. In their latest study, the researchers discovered potentially far-reaching effects of a particular gut bacterium ...

The connection between the gut and brain was discovered long ago, but the role of the gut microbiome in this relationship is still being explored. Recent studies suggest that disruptions or ...

Researchers have discovered that GPR31, found in certain immune cells in the human gut, plays a key role in responding to bacterial metabolites and activating immune responses. Specifically ...

Even if you’re not experiencing any GI symptoms right now, certain habits can help ensure your gut stays in tip-top shape. Below, five gastroenterologists offer their advice on the single best ...

It takes guts, and gastroenterologists are sharing the simple, daily lifestyle choices to ensure their gut health is top-notch. A September 2022 survey by the American Gastroenterological ...

Some brands even advertise that their soda will improve your gut health, digestion, and immunity and—yes, Malone—help you lose weight, all by way of beneficial pre- and/or probiotic ingredients.

He’s got a gut feeling your diet could use more vitamin E. “Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant — it protects the liver against oxidative stress, it can help heal the liver and can help ...