Aggression in kids with autism may signal G.I. trouble

Behaviors like aggression or anxiety can be a sign of nausea, constipation, or other gastrointestinal issues in kids with autism, report researchers.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
July 1, 2019 ~4 min

Tracking diarrheal disease in kids requires the right question

Asking caregivers about whether their child has had diarrhea in the past week, rather than two weeks, offers a better public health snapshot.

Barbara Benham-Johns Hopkins • futurity
April 4, 2019 ~5 min


Colorectal cancer ‘signature’ transcends culture and diet

"...the gut microbiome signatures in colorectal cancer seem to be universal. This is despite geography, culture, and lifestyle."

Cecilie Krabbe-Copenhagen • futurity
April 2, 2019 ~5 min

Seizure death theory arises from acid reflux

Could acid reflux explain why one in 1,000 adults dies suddenly during a seizure each year?

Kayla Wiles-Purdue • futurity
Jan. 10, 2019 ~3 min

Sugar hampers gut bacteria linked to leanness

A new study with mice shows that a sugary diet can stifle a gut bacteria species associated with the ability to process healthy foods such as vegetables.

Bill Hathaway-Yale • futurity
Dec. 27, 2018 ~2 min

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