Although we often conceive of microorganisms — germs — as bad, the vast majority of them are not.

Your gut bacteria are constantly sensing, moving, and sharing nutrients to keep the microbiome thriving.

Researchers have developed a targeted approach to combat periodontitis without disrupting the natural balance of the oral ...

Eating a diet rich in fiber from beans, legumes, vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts and seeds could promote the growth of beneficial microbes in the gut and help the body fight potentially ...

For generations, wise aunties and grandmothers have advised that the quickest path to the heart is through the stomach. Our elders also encourage us to trust our guts when it comes to matters of the ...

Share on Pinterest Researchers have developed a new antibiotic that effectively fights several bacteria while sparing helpful bacteria in the gut. Guido Mieth/Getty Images Antibiotics are valuable in ...

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The modern diet often falls short of providing the nutrients needed for optimal digestive health, leaving millions struggling with uncomfortable symptoms and compromised gut function. Two categories ...

I stopped sending peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to school with my kids around 2007. That was roughly the moment when people started talking about a dramatic rise in the number of children with ...