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Two of the world’s “Blue Zones,” areas with the highest concentrations of long-lived individuals, are located in the Mediterranean region, and the Mediterranean diet is the secret. ​ Article Highlights The Mediterranean diet positively influences gut microbiota, promoting a diverse and balanced ecosystem for overall health Rich in plant-based foods, the Mediterranean diet feeds good …

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Do you find yourself indulging in sugary snacks and processed foods often? But do your trillions of inhabitants in your gut agree? Article Highlights Sugar consumption alters gut microbiome, leading to dysbiosis and health issues like obesity, diabetes, and mental health disorders High sugar intake fuels the overgrowth of harmful bacteria, such as Candida albicans …

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Get ready to chew on this: your eating behaviors hold the key to a lively gut party of microbiota, unlocking a world of improved health and well-being. Bon appétit! Article Highlights The intricate relationship between human gastrointestinal health and our eating habits How certain behaviors can impact microbiota diversity in the human gastrointestinal system The …

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Embark on a tasty journey to better gut health with these 10 microbiome-friendly tips, exploring diverse plant-based foods, probiotics, and prebiotics for a balanced and thriving gut microbiome. Article Highlights The best foods to nourish the bacteria in your gut and maintain a healthy microbiome for overall well-being How your diet may influence the balance …

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Discover the best foods for gut health and learn how a diverse gut microbiome can improve overall health by nurturing trillions of beneficial bacteria Article Highlights Boost your digestion with prebiotic-rich foods like apples, leeks, and asparagus Cooking methods, like boiling an apple, can change the structure of fibers and affect your gut microbiome Food …

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The gut-brain axis has become a fascinating area of research in recent years, and its role in physical exercise is becoming increasingly evident Article Highlights Exercise significantly impacts gut microbiota composition, promoting diversity and beneficial bacteria Healthy gut microbiome enhances nutrient absorption, recovery, and stress response in athletes Gut microbes influence cognitive function, focus, and …

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Exercise benefits your gut health by promoting a diverse and balanced gut microbiome. Regular workouts support beneficial bacteria, leading to positive changes in the gut for overall well-being Article Highlights Regular exercise induces favorable changes in gut bacterial composition, increasing gut microbial diversity Different forms of exercise, such as endurance and resistance training each have …

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The most common aspect of post-infectious IBS is a persistent increase in intestinal tight junctions (“leaky gut”) Article Highlights The evolutionary beneficial role of increased intestinal permeability during infection. Factors that disrupt intestinal barrier integrity, leading to leaky gut The connection between persistent intestinal permeability and post-infectious IBS Reasons behind incomplete restoration of intestinal permeability …

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Discover the link between IBS, celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. The potential role of Pseudomonas in causing gluten-related irritable bowel syndrome Are you one of the millions suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and have yet to find relief? Discover the potentially game-changing role of a certain bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, in causing or exacerbating IBS …

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One symptom, hundreds of possible causes Understanding the relationship between a single symptom and the diverse range of biochemical imbalances it may indicate There are approximately 800 recognized symptoms and signs used for differential diagnosis. These symptoms may occur as a result of approximately 6,000 known diseases, many of which are rare. However, the biochemical …

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