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Scientists have genetically modified a common probiotic supplement to make it 100% safe for people with weakened immune systems. The breakthrough could finally allow cancer patients, babies, and elderly people to use probiotics without risk of dangerous infections.
Scientists developed a computer model that predicts with 80% accuracy which probiotics will successfully settle in your gut. The breakthrough could end the guessing game of supplement shopping and unlock personalized treatments for diabetes, digestive diseases, and more.
Scientists successfully treated dying coral in the Red Sea with probiotics and post-biotics for the first time in open waters during a marine heatwave. The breakthrough could offer a practical new way to save heat-stressed coral reefs worldwide.
Scientists engineered probiotic bacteria that successfully controlled blood sugar in mice and monkeys, opening a promising new path for diabetes treatment. This living therapy could one day replace daily injections for millions of people.
Researchers at UT San Antonio have identified the first potential probiotic treatment for lupus, offering new hope for millions living with this chronic autoimmune disease. This groundbreaking discovery could transform how doctors approach lupus care.
Scientists engineered yogurt bacteria to fight one of the deadliest cancers from the inside out. The treatment shrank tumors in mice and worked even better when combined with existing therapies.
Cancer doctors are discovering that nurturing gut bacteria, instead of destroying it with antibiotics, could dramatically improve survival rates for patients undergoing treatment. A nationwide trial is now testing probiotics to boost immunotherapy effectiveness.
Scientists discovered that certain gut bacteria can help protect babies from autism and ADHD, even when they carry genetic risk factors. The finding could lead to simple probiotic treatments that support healthy brain development starting in infancy.
Scientists in India discovered 14 unknown bacterial species in tribal communities, revealing how diet and geography shape our gut health. The findings challenge Western microbiome standards and could transform probiotic development.
Scientists discovered a mysterious group of gut bacteria that shows up far more often in healthy people than those with chronic diseases. The finding could reshape how we measure gut health and lead to smarter probiotics.
Scientists studying artisan British cheeses discovered they're packed with beneficial bacteria that may support digestive health while aging creates richer flavors. The microscopic helpers could turn your cheese board into a probiotic powerhouse.
Scientists discovered that certain gut bacteria during infancy appear to protect children from developing autism and ADHD, even when their genes suggest higher risk. The breakthrough opens possibilities for simple probiotic treatments that could support healthy brain development.
Scientists discovered that certain "good" gut bacteria in babies may reduce the risk of autism and ADHD, even when genetic factors suggest higher vulnerability. The findings open doors to simple interventions like probiotics that could support healthy brain development.
Scientists have engineered skin bacteria to produce extra heat when temperatures drop, potentially creating a cream that could protect polar explorers, divers, and people without heating from dangerous cold exposure. The breakthrough marks the first time researchers have successfully modified our skin's natural microbes to act as a warming shield.
Scientists studying artisan cheese discovered that the same microbes creating its delicious flavors might also support healthy gut bacteria. The research reveals probiotics and prebiotics developing naturally as cheese ages.
Researchers turned a common probiotic into a cancer-fighting machine that seeks out tumors and delivers treatment directly inside them. In mice, the engineered bacteria successfully infiltrated tumors and released powerful anticancer drugs right where they were needed most.
Scientists discovered a friendly gut microbe that made mice 30% stronger and built bigger muscles. The bacterium, already found in humans, could one day help people stay strong as they age.
Scientists discovered a gut bacterium common in Mediterranean diets that made mice 30% stronger, opening doors to future muscle-boosting supplements. The microbe could one day help elderly people fight frailty.
Scientists studying British cheeses discovered the microbes that create those delicious flavors might also fight inflammation and support digestion. Even better news for cheese lovers: the aging process nearly eliminates lactose.
Scientists have discovered a mysterious group of gut bacteria that shows up consistently in healthy people across the globe. The finding could reshape how we understand and protect our gut health.
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