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health4 hours ago•15 min saved

Gut Bacteria Turn Carbs Into Alcohol: The Hidden Cause of Auto-Brewery Syndrome

Researchers mapped the gut microbes and metabolic pathways that can produce ethanol in auto-brewery syndrome (ABS), implicating bacteria such as E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae and showing elevated ethanol production during ABS flares; these insights could lead to stool-based diagnostics and microbiome-targeted therapies, including fecal transplantation, which in one patient kept symptoms at bay for over 16 months.

via Gizmodo|

#auto-brewery-syndrome #diagnosis #ethanol-production

health4 days ago•1 min saved

Top Strategies to Improve Your Gut Health in 2026

Protecting and improving your gut microbiome, a diverse community of bacteria, fungi, and viruses in the gut, is crucial for digestive health, vitamin synthesis, and maintaining the intestinal barrier, with benefits extending beyond digestion.

via South China Morning Post|

#digestive-health #gut-microbiome #health

medical-research6 days ago•16 min saved

Gut Microbes and Auto-Brewery Syndrome: Understanding Self-Produced Alcohol

This study investigates how gut microbial ethanol metabolism contributes to auto-brewery syndrome, highlighting specific bacterial pathways and species involved, and providing data and tools for further research.

via Nature|

#auto-brewery-syndrome #ethanol-metabolism #gut-microbiome

health6 days ago•4 min saved

Gut Microbe Prevents Weight Gain in Mice on High-Fat Diet

A study from the University of Utah found that the gut bacteria Turicibacter can significantly reduce weight gain and improve metabolic health in mice on a high-fat diet, suggesting potential for microbiome-based therapies for obesity and related diseases in humans.

via ScienceAlert|

#gut-microbiome #health #metabolic-health

science7 days ago•4 min saved

The Gut-Brain Connection: How Microbes Influence Mood and Brain Function

New research indicates that gut microbes influence brain function and evolution, with experiments showing that transferring microbes from primates with different brain sizes to mice alters brain activity and gene expression, potentially impacting cognitive traits and mental health conditions.

via SciTechDaily|

#brain-function #gut-microbiome #mental-health

science8 days ago•5 min saved

Gut Microbes and Brain Function: Unlocking the Connection

A study from Northwestern University found that gut bacteria from different primates can influence mouse brain activity to resemble that of humans and other primates, suggesting microbes play a role in brain evolution and development, and may impact neurodevelopmental disorders.

via ZME Science|

#brain-development #gut-microbiome #microbiome-brain-connection

science9 days ago•3 min saved

Gut Microbes: The Hidden Link to Human Intelligence and Brain Evolution

A study from Northwestern University demonstrates that gut microbes from primates with different brain sizes can influence brain activity and gene expression in mice, suggesting a significant role of the microbiome in brain evolution and potential links to neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD.

via ScienceDaily|

#brain-evolution #gut-microbiome #microbiome-and-behavior

health-and-nutrition11 days ago•3 min saved

Black Gold: The Vitamin-Rich Fruit for Blood Sugar and Pressure Control

Aronia berries, also known as black chokeberries, are rich in polyphenols and may support gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve blood sugar and blood pressure, with benefits potentially varying based on individual gut microbiomes. Scientific studies suggest they could be a valuable addition to a healthy diet, especially during dietary stress, though more research is needed to determine optimal consumption.

via Earth.com|

#antioxidants #aronia-berries #gut-microbiome

science14 days ago•5 min saved

2025's Key Neuroscience Insights and Predictions for 2026

2025 was a groundbreaking year in psychology and neuroscience, with studies revealing new insights into brain health, the influence of gut bacteria on social anxiety, the potential of sleep-based memory modification, and the impact of medications and lifestyle on cognitive decline and mental health. Key findings include the role of dormant viruses in Alzheimer's, the cognitive effects of common medications, innovative sleep therapies for emotional memory, and the gut-brain connection in anxiety, alongside practical health tips like optimal coffee timing and genetic influences on caffeine's effects.

via PsyPost|

#alzheimers #cognitive-health #gut-microbiome

health18 days ago•3 min saved

Potential Link Between Oral Bacteria and Parkinson’s Disease

A study suggests that oral bacteria like Streptococcus mutans can migrate to the gut, produce metabolites such as ImP, and potentially contribute to Parkinson’s disease by affecting neurons and promoting neuroinflammation, highlighting new therapeutic targets involving the microbiome.

via SciTechDaily|

#gut-microbiome #health #imidazole-propionate

health19 days ago•4 min saved

Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health: Benefits and Myths

Research shows that intermittent energy restriction not only leads to weight loss but also causes coordinated changes in brain activity and gut microbiome, suggesting a complex interaction that may influence long-term weight management and obesity-related health issues.

via SciTechDaily|

#brain-activity #gut-microbiome #health

science21 days ago•6 min saved

Roommate Genes and Social Living Influence Your Gut Microbiome

A rat study shows that not only do individual genes influence gut bacteria, but social contact with genetically different rats can also shape one's microbiome, suggesting that genetics and social interactions jointly affect gut bacteria and potentially human health.

via ScienceDaily|

#genes #gut-microbiome #microbial-transfer

health26 days ago•3 min saved

Vitamin D's Role in Reducing Colorectal Cancer Risk

A clinical trial suggests that magnesium supplements can increase vitamin D-producing gut bacteria, potentially reducing colorectal cancer risk, especially in women and individuals with specific genetic profiles related to magnesium absorption.

via SciTechDaily|

#colorectal-cancer #gut-microbiome #health

health27 days ago•2 min saved

Amphibian and Reptile Gut Bacteria Show Promise in Complete Cancer Tumor Elimination

Scientists have discovered a gut bacterium from common tree frogs, Ewingella americana, that completely eradicates tumors in lab mice, outperforming current treatments and showing promise for future cancer therapies, with ongoing research to optimize its use.

via TechSpot|

#bacterium #cancer #gut-microbiome

health27 days ago•3 min saved

Frog Gut Bacterium Shows Promise in Eliminating Colon Tumors in Mice

Researchers discovered that a bacterium from the gut of the Japanese tree frog, Ewingella americana, can completely eradicate aggressive colon tumors in mice by selectively targeting tumor environments, killing cancer cells, and activating the immune system, outperforming standard treatments. While promising, further research is needed to determine safety and efficacy in humans.

via ZME Science|

#bacteria #cancer #gut-microbiome