Biodiversity loss could be making us sick – here's why
Rich and diverse microbiomes in our local environment are important for keeping us healthy.
Aug. 4, 2020 • ~7 min
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Harvard scientists identify gut-brain connection in ALS
The researchers found that in mice with a common ALS genetic mutation, changing the gut microbiome could prevent or improve disease symptoms.
May 13, 2020 • ~5 min
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Worried about coronavirus? Pay attention to your gut
COVID-19 can attack your gastrointestinal tract, and those with symptoms such as diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting may have a worse version of the disease.
May 7, 2020 • ~6 min
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Coronavirus: how to keep your gut microbiome healthy to fight COVID-19
Your gut plays an important role in building your immune defences. Don't neglect it.
March 19, 2020 • ~6 min
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Study finds gut microbes adapt quickly to changes in food preparation
Scientists have recently discovered that different diets — say, high-fat versus low-fat, or plant-based versus animal-based — can rapidly and reproducibly alter the composition and activity of the gut microbiome, where differences in the composition and activity can affect everything from metabolism to immunity to behavior.
Oct. 2, 2019 • ~8 min
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