This new-to-Everlywell test analyzes bacteria, fungi and parasites using shotgun metagenomic sequencing to identify over ...

The human gut contains trillions of microbes that influence digestion, immunity, metabolism, and even mental health. Yet despite growing research linking the gut microbiome to overall wellness, very ...

Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators have for the first time created human intestinal organoids that include ...

A species of gut bacterium that proliferates as mice get older plays a part in the animals’ cognitive decline, a study finds 1. Researchers determined that the bacterium interferes with signalling ...

Researchers have identified two gut bacteria that can produce serotonin, a key chemical that regulates bowel movements. In experiments with mice lacking serotonin, the microbes boosted serotonin ...

Share on Pinterest Could the vagus nerve be key to reversing age-related memory loss? VILevi/Getty Images A study in mice concludes that age-related loss in memory function may be driven by changes in ...

Have you ever heard of the gut-brain axis in domestic pets? As its name suggests, this two-way network links the gut with the brain, or the enteric nervous system with the central nervous system. The ...

MethylScan is a new low-cost cell-free DNA methylome test that removes much of the healthy blood DNA background, helping rare ...

Antibiotics are designed to wipe out infection-causing bacteria, but even a single course can leave a lasting mark on the gut microbiome, according to a new study of nearly 15,000 adults in Sweden.

A newly developed antibiotic called EVG7 could offer a powerful new way to stop Clostridioides difficile, a dangerous gut bacterium that often returns after treatment. In mouse studies, researchers ...

Even a single course of certain antibiotics can have a long-term impact on the mix of microorganisms in your gut. Learn why that matters and how to protect your gut health. New research found a single ...