Scientists have discovered that gut-born bacteria may hold the secret for treatments of everything from IBD to Parkinson’s disease. Now they just need samples from the people living in the most ...

Researchers studying North American river otters in Chesapeake Bay used scat analysis to uncover clues about their diet, social behavior, and use of coastal habitats. Credit: Shutterstock Scientists ...

Kombucha might help relieve constipation by promoting more frequent bowel movements. Drinking fermented kombucha too quickly or in large amounts may cause diarrhea. It's generally safe for most people ...

This Christmas, Darlene Fiske is giving her 22-year-old son a pair of cowboy boots, athletic socks—and a gut microbiome test kit that requires a DIY poop sample. “He’s super into learning about his ...

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