Microbiome

Do Microbes Love Chocolate Too?

Do Microbes Love Chocolate Too?

As an avid chocolate lover, my eyes widened when I stumbled upon research suggesting why chocolate may be good for our health. I mean, what's not to get excited about, a food that tastes amazing and is good for you: drop the mike! And while part of me would love to...

What Does A Healthy Gut Microbiome Look Like?

What Does A Healthy Gut Microbiome Look Like?

The microbiome is made up of trillions of microbes with some 500-1000 bacterial species residing in each person's gut, not to mention all the viruses, fungi and other microbes dwelling there also. New advances in DNA sequencing technology has enabled scientists to...

True or False?: Fun Microbiome Facts

True or False?: Fun Microbiome Facts

Interest in the microbiome and its impact on health and disease has grown significantly over the last decade. While research is still in its infancy, much has been discovered about this mysterious microbial world. The following of which gives a little insight into...

Does The Microbiome of Migraineurs Differ From Non-Migraineurs?

Does The Microbiome of Migraineurs Differ From Non-Migraineurs?

In the midst of an attack, migraine sufferers may find themselves asking: why them? What about their bodies makes them more susceptible to this painful condition than others? According to research, the microbiome may be a point of distinction, an insight which could...

Do Males And Females Differ In Their Gut Microbiota?

Do Males And Females Differ In Their Gut Microbiota?

All the microorganisms present in the gastrointestinal tract, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, are collectively known as the 'gut microbiota'. Because our gut microbiota play an essential role in immunity, homeostasis, neurodevelopment and metabolism, a...

Crowded House: How Gut Microbes Prevent Pathogens From Moving In

Crowded House: How Gut Microbes Prevent Pathogens From Moving In

The gut uses two barriers to help prevent pathogens from invading the body: the mechanical barrier and the immune barrier. The friendly microbes residing within our gut help to support these defensive barriers by resisting the invasion of pathogens and helping the...

A Shout-Out To Microbes

A Shout-Out To Microbes

The body is thrilling. Swiftly it adapts to its surroundings, a fine-tuned vessel performing its most impressive acts behind closed doors. We applaud the main players; the brain, the lungs, the heart. But today I'd like to give a little shout-out to the unsung heroes...

Protecting Your Microbes

Protecting Your Microbes

A common misconception is that all bacteria are the bad guys, enemies to be vanquished at all costs. Humans clean like we've never cleaned before, harnessing antibacterial hand-soaps and disinfecting sprays in the hope of avoiding bugs, the winter lurgy or worse....

Do Probiotics Help With Migraine?

Do Probiotics Help With Migraine?

The microbiome is a hot topic in both clinical and pre-clinical research, with new evidence suggesting a link between the microbes living in our body and the ghastly throb in our heads. The ability of our microbiome to influence migraines is an area of active...