intestinal microbiota

Can probiotics and dietary changes help protect your brain health as you age?

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Probiotics and dietary changes may support cognitive function as we age, a new review concludes. design: MNT;Photography: Guido Mies/Getty Images, Peter Mead/Getty ImagesThis article was originally published on Medical News Today A new review investigates whether influencing the composition of the gut microbiome can improve brain health. Specifically, we focus on probiotics, prebiotics, dietary changes, … Read more

5 worst foods for your gut and what to eat instead

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To improve your gut health, avoid red meat, alcohol, and processed and artificially sweetened foods. Credit: bit245 / Getty Images

Medical review by Jonathan Purtell, RDN To improve your gut health, avoid red meat, alcohol, and processed and artificially sweetened foods.Credit: bit245 / Getty Images The gut microbiome is home to trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses. Some foods, especially ultra-processed foods, can encourage the growth of harmful microorganisms. Foods rich in probiotics and … Read more