Our gut is home to a micro-universe of tiny powerhouses, complete with their own genes and immune and metabolic profiles, ...

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A distinct set of microbes has been identified in people with obesity, which might help spot and treat the condition early – ...

When dentists look inside your mouth, they’re not just looking for cavities. They’re looking for gum disease and oral cancers, as well as assessing the overall health of the millions of bacteria, ...

A new tool can reveal whether someone has a "healthy" gut microbiome by providing a simple score, but many questions remain. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

At-home gut microbiome tests are trending, selling insights to the curious, empowerment to the chronically ill and a claimed path to longevity to the wellness-conscious. Private companies are offering ...

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Researchers in California are working to genetically engineer the cow microbiome — and in the process, eliminate methane emissions. DAVIS, Calif. — Sushi, a four-week-old Holstein calf, was lying in a ...

New parents have plenty to fret about – sleeping, feeding, the colour of their newborn’s poo – but their baby’s microbiome probably isn’t high on the list. According to experts, it should be. “The ...