Probiotics are an umbrella term for the live microorganisms that we consume that will eventually flourish in our gut. Common sources include yogurt, fermented pickles, and kimchi. Within these foods, ...

Beneficial bacteria occupy specific regions in the gut, contributing to our health via the microbiome. A new study has identified the genes that good bacteria use to colonize these regions, opening ...

A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, ...

Many everyday chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria and potentially fuel antibiotic resistance, prompting calls to ...

We’ve all heard about probiotics—the live microorganisms that are essential for balancing the gut microbiome. We know they’re crucial for our overall health, not just physically, but emotionally and ...

Soil contamination by cadmium is a growing global challenge that threatens food safety, agricultural productivity, and environmental health. Cadmium is a highly toxic heavy metal that accumulates ...

At a time of year when many are spring cleaning homes, here’s advice from experts: Protect your house’s microbiome for your health. The world around us, including our homes, is full of microorganisms ...