The efficacy of antibiotics has come under scrutiny in recent years amid growing concerns that their overuse has contributed to bacteria developing resistance and the emergence of deadly so-called ...

The mosquito of greatest concern is widespread in Australia and closely associated with suburban areas. Commonly known as the Australian backyard mosquito, Aedes notoscriptus is a nuisance-biting pest ...

Biodegradable plastics could help alleviate the plastic waste crisis that is polluting the environment and harming our health ...

Fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, yogurt, and miso differ in texture, taste, base ingredients, and probiotic ...

Researchers said the breakthrough could lead to a ‘bio-upcycling industry’ that uses waste materials to make things like flavourings ...

Greg Pryor shares how and when to start planting a summer garden in this edition of The Happy Homestead. From potatoes to tomatoes, Pryor gives planting tips for a variety of garden staples.

Scientists at MIT have discovered that a little-known protein called intelectin-2 plays a powerful double role in defending the gut. The protein strengthens the mucus layer that lines the ...

The interaction between the child and his/her gut is crucial for the overall development process. The digestive tract is full of trillions of benefici.

The study of oral microbiome is broadening the debate on dental health and prevention. ProvaDent appears in the context of ...

Microbial bioelectronic sensors use living bacteria that can create an electrical signal in response to the presence of a ...

So long as such considerations are kept in mind, however, “probiotics are a simple way to support a balanced gut, improve digestion and strengthen your immune system,” says Weintraub. “Including them ...

Is the flexitarian diet good for gut health? Gastroenterologists explain how plant-forward eating with flexibility may ...