Gut Microbiome and Metabolism of Processed Foods
Razi Berry Studies of the microbiome in the human gut focus mainly on bacteria. Other microbes that are also present in the gut — viruses, protists, archaea and fungi — have been largely overlooked. New research in mice now points to a significant role for fungi in the intestine — the communities of molds and […]
Emotions May Leave a Lasting Smell
Razi Berry Unhealthy behaviors trigger moral judgments that are similar to the basic emotions that contribute to our ability to survive. Two different hypotheses are to be found in the current scientific literature as to the identity of these emotions. Some researchers single out disgust, while others opt for pain. After developing a new approach […]
Could ‘Smart Toilets’ Replace Lab Testing?
Razi Berry Wearable, smart technologies are transforming the ability to monitor and improve health, but a decidedly low-tech commodity – the humble toilet – may have potential to outperform them all. The humble toilet – may have potential to outsmart them all That’s the conclusion of a team of metabolism scientists at the University of […]
Increasing Dietary Fiber and Why it’s Important
Razi Berry Many popular diets may be diminishing the amount of fiber that is consumed on a daily basis. Diets like the ketogenic diet or Atkins diet, which concentrate on fats and proteins often limit foods that are high in dietary fiber, such as whole grains and legumes. “Good carbs” & “bad carbs” and how […]
Could PTSD be Diagnosed with a Blood Test?
Research Study Looking at Biomarkers for PTSD A recent research study has begun to look at biomarkers which may indicate whether someone is more or less susceptible to PTSD after experiencing trauma. PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder is a condition which is very common in individuals who have experienced trauma, in which they tend to […]