gut bacteria
A Closer Look Into Viral Dark Matter
Taking a metagenomics approach, researchers in Japan have identified phage-derived enzymes that could potentially treat an imbalance of gut bacteria.
Fast-Acting Antimicrobial Kills E. Coli In Seconds
Potential applications for the antimicrobial material include consumer and personal care products.
Pathway Commensals Use To Maintain Intestinal Barrier Discovered
Good bacteria in the gut can positively influence intestinal cells to secrete the right contents into the intestines to maintain a healthy gut.
Carnivore Tummies Make Pandas Inefficient Bamboo Munchers
The lack of plant-degrading gut microbes and enzymes mean that pandas can only digest 17 percent of the bamboo they eat.
Diet, Location And Your Kid’s Gut Bacteria
An Asia-wide study of the gut microbiota of primary school children has identified differences linked to diet and geographical location.
“Selfish” Gut Bacteria Steal From Yeast
Feeding the beneficial gut bacteria Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron could help alleviate inflammatory bowel disease.
