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Category: Probiotics
The Flu and the Microbiome: One Reason Those Over 60 Are More At Risk
Back in 2017, I told you about research out of Georgia State University which looked at the effect of probiotics (specifically, Lactobacillus casei) on influenza infection, in an animal model. The research demonstrated that the probiotic was effective at warding off severe influenza and… Continue Reading “The Flu and the Microbiome: One Reason Those Over 60 Are More At Risk”
Parkinson’s and the Bacterial Microbiome: An Early 2021 Update
Two new pieces of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) research for me to share with you.You’ll remember that more and more research is showing that bacterial microbiome alterations are associated with the misfolding of the protein alpha-synuclein, which then makes it’s way into the brain causing… Continue Reading “Parkinson’s and the Bacterial Microbiome: An Early 2021 Update”
In Breaking Down Fiber, Our Gut Bacteria Do Us Yet Another Healthy Favor
And here is yet another reason why we love our good gut bacteria. This research perfectly illustrates our symbiotic relationship with our old friends. As my regular readers know, there is so much we still don’t know about fiber: exactly how does it benefit… Continue Reading “In Breaking Down Fiber, Our Gut Bacteria Do Us Yet Another Healthy Favor”
A Probiotic to Reduce Physiological Effects of Stress and Anxiety: Clinical Trial Results
Today’s good news is brought to you by researchers in Finland and Germany who are looking for natural means of alleviating the development of mood and stress-related disorders.[i] I don’t know about the rest of you, but I sure as hell could use some… Continue Reading “A Probiotic to Reduce Physiological Effects of Stress and Anxiety: Clinical Trial Results”
Progress In Finding Targeted Bacteria to Potentially Treat a Variety of Issues
Again, trying to stay positive this month, for the sake of all our mental health: the results of a recent large, international dietary study including Harvard physicians confirm yet again that a diet rich in plant-based foods is linked with a lower risk of… Continue Reading “Progress In Finding Targeted Bacteria to Potentially Treat a Variety of Issues”
Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity: Specific Probiotic Species to Treat????!!!
In my efforts to start off this New Year on a positive note, I am trying to only share good news this week on the Biome Buzz’ Facebook page, and to write only upbeat posts. I refuse to let 2021 be a repeat of… Continue Reading “Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity: Specific Probiotic Species to Treat????!!!”
My Annual End-of-the-Year Wrap-Up: Your Top 5 Picks!
For my annual year-end post, I’ve decided to once again review YOUR top 5 choices of the year. I guess I shouldn’t be shocked by what you were most interested, in what has been quite the remarkable year for the world. Here’s to hoping… Continue Reading “My Annual End-of-the-Year Wrap-Up: Your Top 5 Picks!”
Top Biome News Stories of the Year, Part 1
It’s the last week of the year, so it’s time for the inevitable yearly round-up posts! There’s a good article on Gut Microbiota for Health summarizing some of the major microbiota scientific breakthroughs this year.[i] Of course, you read it first here on The… Continue Reading “Top Biome News Stories of the Year, Part 1”
Promising Research: A Probiotic to Battle Obesity and Glucose Metabolism Issues
I think this is a very timely post, considering that we are in the midst of holiday season when we all over-indulge and then, come New Year’s, swear we’ll lose all the pounds we’ve pack on! Research out of Ireland, University College Cork, first… Continue Reading “Promising Research: A Probiotic to Battle Obesity and Glucose Metabolism Issues”
Stress, Depression, the Microbiome: A Possible Mechanism of Action Revealed!
For years, I’ve covered the developing story about the relationship between the gut biome and depression and mood disorders. With a son diagnosed with autism, who has severe anxiety issues (like so many of my students with autism diagnoses), research into this is one… Continue Reading “Stress, Depression, the Microbiome: A Possible Mechanism of Action Revealed!”
