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11/25/2018 / By Russel Davis

Gut bacteria “signatures” predict how the body will respond to poor food choices, predicting risk for diabetes, heart disease

An animal study published in the journal Cell Reports has revealed that examining the chemical signatures present in gut bacteria and passed on to the urine may hold clues on how the body reacts to poor food choices. The scientific community has long established that various species of bacteria and other gut microbes work with the body’s own cells to […]

11/20/2018 / By Lance D Johnson

Sick people STINK: Research suggests that illness changes the way you smell

Our sense of smell is a portal of understanding into the microbial world we cannot see. The odors of volatile chemicals are an insight into the world of plants, fungi, insects, and bacteria. Understanding these odor signals can help us differentiate what is unhealthy and what is good for us. Different smells can help us […]

11/15/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Garlic the master medicine: Scientists find a compound in the herb that can destroy resistant bacteria

Some say garlic elevates savory dishes, while others avoid it like the plague. However, if you tend to shy away from eating garlic, you might want to think twice as studies show it works remarkably well at killing resistant bacteria and fighting chronic infections. Closely related to vegetables with pronounced flavors like onions, chives, shallots […]

11/08/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Safe flying? Study finds airport security trays carry more viruses than toilets

When it comes to surfaces that gross people out, many of us would argue that a toilet seat is the dirtiest, most germ-infested thing out there. While it certainly wouldn’t be wise to view the bathroom as a germ-free zone, in truth there are many other surfaces that are actually dirtier and covered in far […]

10/30/2018 / By Edsel Cook

New biosynthetic spider silk behaves like the real thing … and scientists say they’re about to make it even stronger

There are very few things in nature that are stronger and tougher than the silk that makes up spiderwebs. An article in Science Daily stated that Washington-based researchers have not only managed to biologically synthesize a version of spider silk, they also know how to improve it even further. In its natural form, spider silk […]

09/30/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Monsanto’s weedkiller BOMBSHELL: It murders honey bees, too, contributing to global collapse of the food supply

Monsanto likes to promote the idea that GMOs can solve world hunger. At first, many wanted to believe that they could indeed provide an answer to this devastating problem, but it’s becoming increasingly clear that they’re actually having the opposite effect. In fact, Monsanto’s popular weed killer glyphosate, which is regularly used on genetically modified […]

09/20/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

There is a multi-generational effect to low fiber diets… you may be passing down a bacteria deficiency to your grandchildren

Contrary to what many people believe, the food in a person’s diet affects more than just an individual. According to a study published in Nature, people who had low fiber intake can pass down the repercussions of this to future generations. Researchers from Stanford University used mice to determine if following a low-fiber diet reduced populations of […]

09/19/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Ginger essential oil can prevent cheese from getting infected with E.coli

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is prized around the world for its uses and benefits both in food and medicine. A study made by researchers at Ege University in Turkey revealed that dipping certain cheeses in a coating made from the essential oil of the plant can prolong shelf life. Their findings, which appeared in CyTA – Journal of […]

09/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Surfers at higher risk of having antibiotic-resistant E. coli in their digestive tract from swallowing contaminated seawater

According to a new study, dangerous superbug E. coli is spreading among surfers and bodyboarders. Data from the report has revealed that since regular surfers often ingest contaminated seawater, they are more vulnerable than swimmers. The former can swallow as much as 10 times more seawater compared to the latter. Researchers share that surfers and bodyboarders are “three […]

09/14/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Adaptable bacteria: Study shows MRSA adapts to your skin’s environment, increasing its ability to infect

A collaborative effort between scientists at the Interfaculty Institute of Microbiology and Infection Medicine, Tübingen (IMIT) and the German Center for Infection Research (DZIF) unveiled an important mechanism found in the cell wall of the bacterium, Staphylococcus aureus. This discovery shows potential in the development of new treatment options for Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Vancomycin-intermediate […]

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