Gastrointestinal Health News and Research

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NUS study finds 5-HTP enhances sleep quality and gut health in older adults

National University of Singapore (NUS) nutritionists have found that 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) supplementation can improve sleep quality in Singaporean older adults, particularly in individuals with poor sleep patterns, and manage their gut microbiome composition.

7 Aug 2024

Yogurt with probiotics and honey boosts gut bacteria but no digestive or cognitive benefits

A study in The Journal of Nutrition found that yogurt with B. animalis and honey increases probiotic levels but doesn't affect digestion, cognition, or mood.

6 Aug 2024

The real cost of processed foods: How Western diets are harming global health

A recent study in Nature Medicine reviews the adverse effects of Western diets on human health, highlighting increased risks of chronic diseases and gut dysbiosis. Researchers call for global awareness and promotion of healthier dietary patterns.

6 Aug 2024

Mini intestines uncover mechanisms behind COVID-19-related diarrhea and potential treatments

Working with human stem cells that form a kind of "mini intestine-in-a-dish," Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists say they have found several molecular mechanisms for COVID-19-related diarrhea, suggesting potential ways to control it.

6 Aug 2024

Reduced folate intake enhances metabolic plasticity in aged mice

Folate fortification of staple foods has long been practiced in many countries.

6 Aug 2024

Upper respiratory microbiome shows age, sex, and lifestyle impacts, study finds

A Dutch study analyzed the upper respiratory tract microbiome across various age groups, finding significant associations between microbial composition, age, sex, and lifestyle factors like smoking and antibiotic use.

5 Aug 2024

Renowned surgical oncologist takes leadership role at NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine

The Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island has appointed Gary B. Deutsch, MD, MPH, a renowned and innovative surgical oncologist, as chief of NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine's Division of Surgical Oncology.

5 Aug 2024

Researchers receive $9.5M to study polyphenols' impact on cognitive health

UCLA Health researchers, in collaboration with researchers from the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, have received $9.5 million award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) with support from European funding agencies -; The Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and the Public Health Agency Health & Social Care (HSC) -; to study the effects of polyphenols on cognitive health and the brain-gut microbiome system.

5 Aug 2024

Honey enhances probiotic survival in yogurt

If you enjoy a bowl of plain yogurt in the morning, adding a spoonful of honey is a delicious way to sweeten your favorite breakfast food.

5 Aug 2024

Advanced imaging techniques shed light on single cells

Every plant, animal, and person is a rich microcosm of tiny, specialized cells. These cells are worlds unto themselves, each with their own unique parts and processes that elude the naked eye.

2 Aug 2024

New research reveals keto diet’s impact on cholesterol and gut microbiome

A study from the University of Bath reveals that ketogenic low-carbohydrate diets can increase cholesterol levels and reduce beneficial gut bacteria, specifically Bifidobacterium.

2 Aug 2024

Aspirin may lower colorectal cancer risk for people with unhealthy lifestyles

Regular aspirin may help lower risk of colorectal cancer in people with greater lifestyle-related risk factors for the disease, according to a study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham.

1 Aug 2024

The complex relationship between diet nutrition and cancer

The existing knowledge on the beneficial and detrimental effects of dietary patterns and nutritional supplements on cancer risk.

1 Aug 2024

Microbes play key role in carcinogenesis

At any given time, over 10 trillion microbes call our guts their home. From breaking down nutrients in our food to strengthening our immunity against pathogens, these microbes play an essential role in how we interact with the world. This includes – as shown in a new study by EMBL researchers and collaborators at the University of Split, Croatia – the way the body responds to carcinogens and develops cancer.

1 Aug 2024

From Waste to Taste: The Transformative Power of Fermented Foods

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2024 in San Diego, Maria Marco discusses her research on the health benefits, safety, and waste reduction potential of fermented foods, and the microbial processes involved in their production.

From Pittcon 31 Jul 2024

Penn researchers find a way to tease apart genetic and environmental effects of disease risk

Every disease is shaped by a genetic component as well as environmental factors like air pollution, climate and socioeconomic status.

30 Jul 2024

Loss of Gα13 in B-cells linked to increased lymphoma risk due to dietary glutamine

Researchers find that the deletion of Gα13 in B-cells increases lymphoma risk by enhancing proliferation in gut-associated lymph nodes. Dietary glutamine significantly promotes these effects, highlighting a crucial link between diet and cancer.

29 Jul 2024

How diet affects metabolism and the gut microbiome

In a recent review, researchers explored advances in molecular nutrition, focusing on pharmaceutical and dietary interventions for energy balance and their interactions with the gut microbiome. They also discussed emerging dietary patterns and the implications of microbiome research on nutrition.

28 Jul 2024

Cytomegalovirus in breast milk linked to changes in infant growth and gut microbiome

Research shows human cytomegalovirus (CMV) reactivation in breast milk affects milk composition, infant gut microbiome, and growth, with potential impacts on neonatal health.

28 Jul 2024

Fecal microbiota transplants can boost the effectiveness of immunotherapy in gastrointestinal cancers

Findings from a small, proof-of-concept clinical trial have suggested that fecal microbiota transplants (FMTs) can boost the effectiveness of immunotherapy in a range of gastrointestinal cancers.

25 Jul 2024