Microbiome Science Blog

Beneficial Bacteria: A Focus on Bifidobacteria

Bifidobacteria include some of the most popular probiotic strains on the market, and for good reason – your gut loves it! Find out why, and how you can help your Bifido thrive.

Beneficial Bacteria: A Focus on Lactobacillus

We delve deeper into specific Lactobacillus strains, giving you an overview of their therapeutic abilities and where you can find them.

Antibiotics Increase the Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes

Women who take antibiotics over a longer period of time increase their risk of having a heart attack or stroke by up to a third,

Forget Your Closet – Spring Clean Your Gut

You might have been inspired to start a deep clean of your living space this season, as the words ‘spring cleaning’ crop up just about

Lactose intolerance can lead to digestive issues.

Reversing Lactose Intolerance with Your Microbiome

A new microbiome study may have found a way for lactose intolerant people to lessen their digestive symptoms and enjoy dairy again. Here’s what you need to know about prebiotics, probiotics and your lactose intolerance.

A Guide to Probiotics: How to Keep Your Gut Happy

Probiotics have great health benefits and numerous studies agree: taking certain foods and supplements can boost your microbiome and help all your good gut bugs.

Fighting Cancer with Bacterial Cocktails

Cancer immunotherapy research has made a big leap forward in recent years and, now, scientists are turning to the microbiome to enhance the treatment. A

Are Antibiotics Kicking Your Gut Bugs Around?

Everyday, doctors prescribe antibiotics to treat infections in our bodies and address our serious health issues – but, have you ever wondered what happens to

How Lack of Sleep Can Affect Your Gut Health

We all know that sleep is important, but scientists have only now begun to discover just how much can go wrong when we don’t catch

Problemet med mikrobiomtestning

Først var det DNA, så kroppens bakterier. Denne nye bølge af mikrobiel kortlægning synes videnskabeligt endnu sværere at gøre sig klog på end den afkodning

The Trouble with Microbiome Tests

First came DNA, then came the bodies of bacteria. Beyond the ancestry and genetic de-coding that favoured early genetic tests, this new wave of microbial mapping seems even more scientifically elusive. With countless companies offering their versions, one has to wonder: should we trust the hype?

Improve your mood naturally using your gut microbiome

Did you know that gut bacteria might be a cause of depression and anxiety? On the other hand, “good” bacteria can help improve your mood

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