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The latest gut health and nutrition news: how sialic acid affects PCOS via bile acids, polyphenol drinks linked to 115 more gut bacteria, rooibos tea reducing inflammation, parasite cleanse risks, oral-gut connections, and practical tools for healthier digestion. Science-backed reporting on microbiome research and emerging findings.

Butyrate's Impact on Your Immune System

Butyrate's Impact on Your Immune System

Mercola.com announces a new article series on butyrate's role in immune function, with practical health strategies set to publish soon.

Gut Bacteria Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease in Millions

Gut Bacteria Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease in Millions

Scientists have found the gut microbiome may be a hidden driver of chronic kidney disease, which affects 35 million Americans, per mindbodygreen.com.

Probiotics and Diet May Protect Aging Brain Health

Probiotics and Diet May Protect Aging Brain Health

A 2026 review finds probiotics, prebiotics, dietary changes, and fecal transplants may support gut health and protect brain function in aging adults.

Stomach Infections Surge as Heat Drives Gut Illness

Stomach Infections Surge as Heat Drives Gut Illness

Hospitals report 6–10 daily gastrointestinal infection cases as rising heat accelerates bacterial growth in food and water, per Times of India.

Daily Carrot Juice Benefits Explained by a Nutritionist

Daily Carrot Juice Benefits Explained by a Nutritionist

A nutritionist explains what happens when you drink carrot juice daily, covering key benefits like beta-carotene, immunity, and eye health.

VILPA, Beans and Dandelion Greens: 5 Health Hacks From TODAY

VILPA, Beans and Dandelion Greens: 5 Health Hacks From TODAY

TODAY reporters share 5 research-backed health habits from March 2026, including VILPA, high-fiber beans, and dandelion greens.

Maida-Free for 2 Weeks: What Happens to Your Body

Maida-Free for 2 Weeks: What Happens to Your Body

Delhi nutritionist Lovneet Batra says cutting maida for two weeks can stabilise blood sugar, ease digestion, and reduce cravings, per Times of India.

History of Pickling: Ancient Origins of the Pickle

History of Pickling: Ancient Origins of the Pickle

Pickling began in Mesopotamia around 2400 BCE, using brine to preserve cucumbers. A Lithub.com essay calls it the most important food invention ever.

6 High-Fiber Foods a Dietitian Buys on Repeat

6 High-Fiber Foods a Dietitian Buys on Repeat

A dietitian shares 6 repeat-buy high-fiber foods — none fruit or veg — to help hit the 25–38g daily fiber target, per mindbodygreen.com.

Vitamin D May Help Reshape Gut Response in IBD

Vitamin D May Help Reshape Gut Response in IBD

New findings suggest vitamin D may help modulate the gut immune response in IBD. A simple blood test can reveal if you're deficient.

Sialic Acid Worsens PCOS via Gut Microbiota and Bile Acid Pathway

Sialic Acid Worsens PCOS via Gut Microbiota and Bile Acid Pathway

New research finds sialic acid worsens PCOS in mice by disrupting gut microbial bile acid metabolism and FXR activation, revealing a novel gut-metabolic pathway

5 Items That Help You Poop Healthier, Per Experts

5 Items That Help You Poop Healthier, Per Experts

Experts highlight five practical items that support healthier bowel habits, as colorectal cancer rates rise among younger adults.

Rooibos Tea Boosts Gut Health and Cuts Inflammation

Rooibos Tea Boosts Gut Health and Cuts Inflammation

Rooibos tea, a caffeine-free South African drink, can boost gut health and reduce inflammation, according to The Independent.

Gut Health May Help Fight Colds and Flu

Gut Health May Help Fight Colds and Flu

Supporting gut health through nutrition and lifestyle may help protect against colds and flu this severe season, per The Chronicle.

Candida auris Skin Colonisation: New Research Findings

Candida auris Skin Colonisation: New Research Findings

New research examines how Candida auris colonises human skin, highlighting host-pathogen interactions that drive healthcare outbreaks.

Parasite Cleanses: Do They Work or Risk Your Health?

Parasite Cleanses: Do They Work or Risk Your Health?

Parasite cleanses lack scientific backing and may pose health risks, per Ravoke.com. Experts recommend medical diagnosis over unregulated supplements.

Rooibos Tea Linked to Gut Health and Anti-Inflammation

Rooibos Tea Linked to Gut Health and Anti-Inflammation

Rooibos tea, a caffeine-free South African herbal drink, may support gut health and reduce inflammation, per The Independent.

New Tooth Powder Whitens Teeth Without Enamel Damage

New Tooth Powder Whitens Teeth Without Enamel Damage

Researchers have developed a tooth powder that whitens teeth using electric toothbrush vibrations while repairing enamel and protecting oral bacteria.

Oral Health Linked to Chronic Pain, New Study Finds

Oral Health Linked to Chronic Pain, New Study Finds

A new study links gum disease bacteria and jaw misalignment to chronic pain conditions like migraines and fibromyalgia via systemic inflammation.

Daily Drink Linked to 115 More Gut Bacteria Types

Daily Drink Linked to 115 More Gut Bacteria Types

A new study finds that drinking a polyphenol-rich beverage daily is linked to 115 more types of beneficial gut bacteria, per mindbodygreen.com.

Lifestyle Changes Beat Medication for Constipation Relief

Chronic constipation affects 16% of adults globally. NaturalNews.com reports that meal timing, fiber, hydration, and exercise offer lasting relief over medicati

Daily Supplements May Boost Brain Function in Older Adults

A twin study found daily prebiotic and protein supplements improved memory scores in older adults, linking gut health to brain function.

US Communities Expand Mental Health Crisis Response

Human Rights Watch reports US communities are adopting rights-based mental health crisis response models, replacing police-led interventions with clinician-led

5 Gut-Friendly Breakfast Swaps That Skip Yogurt

5 Gut-Friendly Breakfast Swaps That Skip Yogurt

NaturalNews.com outlines five gut-friendly breakfast alternatives to yogurt, centred on fiber, healthy fats, and protein to support digestion.

Gut Bacteria Linked to Parkinson's Disease Onset

Gut Bacteria Linked to Parkinson's Disease Onset

New research links specific gut bacteria to Parkinson's disease onset, suggesting the gut-brain axis may offer a simpler treatment path.