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How Immune System Peacefully Co-Exists With 'Good' Bacteria
The human gut is loaded with
helpful bacteria microbes,
yet the immune system
seemingly turns a blind eye.
Now, researchers know how
this friendly truce is kept
... > full story
Intestinal Bacterium Akkermansia Curbs Obesity
A dominant and useful
bacterium called Akkermansia
muciniphila is present in
the intestinal system of all
humans, from babies to the
elderly. This microorganism
... > full story
No More Reflux: New Surgery in Fight Against Reflux for Patients Whose Medication No Longer Works
A new procedure involving a
magnetic ring of beads that
fits around your pinky has
been shown to stop GERD in
people whose medication
... > full story
First Vaccine to Help Control Some Autism Symptoms
A first-ever vaccine for gut
bacteria common in autistic
children may also help
control some autism
symptoms. ... > full story
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Biomarkers Discovered for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
May 21, 2013 — Researchers have identified a number of biomarkers for inflammatory bowel disease, which could help with earlier diagnosis and intervention in those who have not yet shown ... > full story -
Intestinal Bacteria Protect Against E. Coli O157:H7
May 20, 2013 — A cocktail of non-pathogenic bacteria naturally occurring in the digestive tract of healthy humans can protect against a potentially lethal E. coli infection in animal models according to new ... > full story -
Vitamin C Does Not Lower Uric Acid Levels in Gout Patients, Study Finds
May 16, 2013 — Despite previous studies touting its benefit in moderating gout risk, new research reveals that vitamin C, also known ascorbic acid, does not reduce uric acid (urate) levels to a clinically ... > full story -
Genetic Variations Associated With Susceptibility to Bacteria Linked to Stomach Disorders
May 7, 2013 — Two genome-wide association studies and a subsequent meta-analysis have found that certain genetic variations are associated with susceptibility to Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria that is a major ... > full story -
Endogenous Antibiotic Discovered in the Brain
May 6, 2013 — Scientists have discovered that immune cells in the brain can produce a substance that prevents bacterial growth: namely itaconic acid. Until now, biologists had assumed that only certain fungi ... > full story -
Gastric Bypass Findings Could Lead to Diabetes Treatment
May 1, 2013 — Scientists have shed new light on why gastric bypass often sends diabetes into remission rapidly, opening the door to developing treatment with the same ... > full story -
Possible Alternative to Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
April 30, 2013 — An experimental procedure successfully tested in obese laboratory rats may provide a less-invasive alternative to bariatric weight-loss surgery. Scientists used a catheter to redirect the flow of ... > full story -
Gastric Bypass Surgery Alters Hormones to Relieve Diabetes Symptoms
April 30, 2013 — Gastric bypass surgery alters the hormones and amino acids produced during digestion, hinting at the mechanisms through which the surgery eliminates symptoms of type 2 diabetes, according to a recent ... > full story -
Frequently Used Biologic Agents Might Cause Acute Liver Injury
April 29, 2013 — A commonly used class of biologic response modifying drugs can cause acute liver injury with elevated liver enzymes, according to a new ... > full story -
Roundworm Quells Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders
April 25, 2013 — Researchers have shown in a mouse model that infection with nematodes (also known as roundworms) can not only combat obesity but ameliorate related metabolic ... > full story
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