Confused about prebiotics vs. probiotics? Here, the key differences, health benefits, and how to choose the right one to support your gut and overall wellness.

When it comes to gut health, buzzwords abound, from yogurt commercials to claims you see in the supplement aisles. Often mentioned together, like the ultimate dream team for your digestive system: ...

Plastic made life simpler. It wrapped food, built cities, and made modern living affordable. But the same invention now shows up where it shouldn’t – inside the human body. Tiny fragments called ...

Antarctic krill, tiny shrimp-like creatures, are an important species in the Southern Ocean ecosystem and global carbon cycle, in part because of their poop. Their dense and rich fecal pellets sink ...

First we were fixated on protein, now it’s fibre. Here’s why maximising your daily fibre intake is such a good idea.

Chia seeds are a reliable source of protein, fiber, and much more. Experts share their pros and cons, and the best ways to integrate them into your diet.

A practical guide addressing the essential role of dietary fiber in everything from gut health and digestion to heart wellness. This piece tackles the common paradox of fiber intake: the desire for ...

Genetic factors contribute more to depression risk in females than in males, according to a large Australian study that may help further understanding of why women are more likely to suffer from the ...

Cinnamon has long been used in kitchens and traditional medicine, but more recently researchers have been looking at how this spice might influence health when taken regularly in small amounts. One ...

Try these 10 healthy foods to improve your mental health. They can help boost your mood, energy, and overall well-being.

Drinking ginger water has proven digestive benefits, but timing matters. Experts and studies suggest sipping it before meals, mid-morning, or after eating for better digestion, less bloating, and ...

Ophelia Venturelli, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at Duke, has been awarded two NIH grants to advance microbiome research. With support from the Maximizing Investigators’ Research ...