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Ultra-processed foods tied to higher rates of early-onset colorectal cancer precursors in adults
Colorectal cancer used to be associated with old age, but diagnoses have become increasingly common in adults aged 50 or younger particularly in high-income countries like the United States. The reason for this trend is unclear, ...
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Inflammatory disorders
Scientists map the cells that drive Crohn's disease fistulas
Scientists at the University of Oxford, have identified how rare populations of abnormal cells drive the formation and persistence of fistulas—painful, tunnel-like tracts that develop in around 30% of people with Crohn's ...
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The link between the gut microbiome and autism is not backed by science, researchers say
There's no scientific evidence that the gut microbiome causes autism, a group of scientists argue in an opinion paper published in Neuron. They point to the fact that conclusions from past research that supported this hypothesis—including ...
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Pill-induced esophagitis: Why your medication could be damaging your throat and what to do about it
Every year, people around the world take an astonishing 3.8 trillion doses of medicine. Most of these medicines are swallowed rather than injected or inhaled, because the oral route is the easiest, safest and most familiar ...
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AI analyzes multiple physicians' notes to improve diagnosis of complex liver condition
Taking a page from market research tactics, UC San Francisco experts are studying whether artificial intelligence (AI) can improve diagnosis of a complex liver condition by using the clinical notes of multiple providers.
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The hype and limits of at-home gut microbiome tests
The market for at-home gut microbiome tests is booming, with companies promising insights into health, chronic illness and even longevity through intestinal bacteria.
Nov 12, 2025
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Can't sleep? Your microbiome may play a role
Sleep is a hot commodity—we want it, we need it, but most of us aren't getting enough of it.
Nov 12, 2025
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How the microbiome and a fiber-rich diet help fight melanoma
Scientists at the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute) have uncovered how the gut microbiota help the immune system fight melanoma, explaining why patients with a fiber-rich diet and balanced ...
Nov 11, 2025
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Plants adapting to climate change may help IBD treatment
James Cook University (JCU) researchers have discovered that the same chemical compounds produced by mountain-top plants to help them survive climate change in North Queensland may also hold promise for treating inflammatory ...
Nov 11, 2025
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High-risk individuals who have mild dilation of pancreatic duct have increased risk for pancreatic cancer, study finds
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is projected to become the second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States by 2030, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The International Cancer of the Pancreas ...
Nov 11, 2025
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Gut-to-brain signaling restricts post-illness protein appetite, researchers discover
When we get sick, with the flu, say, or pneumonia, there can be a period where the major symptoms of our illness have resolved but we still just don't feel great.
Nov 7, 2025
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Gut microbes likely play a role in coronary artery disease, study suggests
Nearly 20 million people die every year from cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death worldwide. Genetic and environmental factors influence a person's risk of disease and severity, but microbes likely also play ...
Nov 6, 2025
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Combination therapy for pancreatic cancer offers new treatment approach
Pancreatic cancer, also known as pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, is one of the most aggressive types of cancer. Despite advances in modern medicine, survival rates remain very low, and many patients develop resistance to ...
Nov 6, 2025
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Adherence to Mediterranean diet linked to lower prevalence of overactive bladder
Greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with reduced prevalence of overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online Oct. 8 in the Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition.
Nov 6, 2025
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New insights on gut microbes that prevent formation of cancer-causing compounds
Nitrogen metabolism of gut bacteria can provide health benefits. Specifically, gut microbes metabolize dietary nitrates and nitrites and prevent the formation of cancer-causing compounds called nitrosamines. New research ...
Nov 5, 2025
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The case for a cancer warning on processed meat
A group of scientists in the UK recently demanded that bacon and ham products carry health warnings similar to those on cigarettes.
Nov 5, 2025
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Advanced disease modeling shows some gut bacteria can spread as rapidly as viruses
Escherichia coli (E. coli), a type of bacteria commonly found in the human gut, could spread as quickly as swine flu, new research suggests.
Nov 4, 2025
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As millions lag in colon cancer screening, new studies point to strategies to boost uptake and follow-up
Tens of millions of middle-aged and older Americans haven't gotten their recommended checks for early signs of potential colon cancer, either through the "gold standard" of colonoscopy or a non-invasive test.
Nov 4, 2025
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Exploring interactions between gut microbiota and sleep disorders through the brain-gut axis
A comprehensive review published in Brain Medicine illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep regulation, establishing the microbiota-gut-brain axis as a critical pathway in understanding and potentially ...
Nov 4, 2025
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Study shows semaglutide, tirzepatide and dulaglutide have similar gastrointestinal safety profiles in clinical settings
A new observational study compared the risk for severe gastrointestinal adverse events across dulaglutide, semaglutide, and tirzepatide in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study found that the medications have similar ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Device provides 'smart toilet' feedback on health
A new "smart toilet" device aims to help people track their health by analyzing their bathroom trips.
Nov 3, 2025
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Gut microbiome tests are everywhere. Should you get one?
At-home gut microbiome tests are trending, selling insights to the curious, empowerment to the chronically ill and a claimed path to longevity to the wellness-conscious.
Nov 3, 2025
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Frequent reflux episodes lasting beyond six months warrant medical evaluation, expert says
Acid reflux can feel like your heart or chest is burning. If you've ever experienced acid reflux, you may have wondered if it was abnormal or dangerous.
Nov 3, 2025
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Study finds surprising link between gut and brain rhythms
The human body is packed with natural rhythms, from your sleep-wake cycle to the steady pulsing of blood through the brain to heart rate and pulse.
Nov 2, 2025
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Dietary fiber, prunes and senna offer relief for constipation discomfort
Big-gun pain relievers can come with unwelcome side effects. At the top of the list for many of these products are constipation and the distress of slowed bowels.
Nov 2, 2025
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