Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that ...

Hugh Pym revamped his diet after a test suggested his gut health appeared to look five years older than he was ...

Share on Pinterest Researchers have developed a new antibiotic that effectively fights several bacteria while sparing helpful bacteria in the gut. Guido Mieth/Getty Images Antibiotics are valuable in ...

The skin, our body’s outermost protective layer, is home to a fascinating ecosystem of microorganisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome. This intricate community, consisting of bacteria, ...

Chemotherapy doesn’t just kill cancer cells. It also affects the microbes in the digestive tract. Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered that some gut bacteria can reduce the side effects of ...

Credit: Getty Images. While most Halloween candies contain lots of sugar, some are better for your gut microbiome than others. The Conversation — Each October, as the days shorten and the air grows ...