🦠 Biome Brief - 03/13/2025
🧠 Gut-Brain Connection: New Clues for Long COVID and Parkinson's
Stanford scientists have uncovered fascinating links between your gut and brain health that could reshape treatment for conditions like Parkinson's and long COVID. Their research shows that reduced vagus nerve activity might be behind those frustrating brain fog symptoms. This could lead to new treatments targeting the gut-brain connection to improve cognitive function.
🔬 Baby Steps: Understanding Infant Microbiomes
Parents of babies with cystic fibrosis, take note: Dartmouth researchers have found significant differences in gut microbiomes compared to healthy infants. This breakthrough could lead to better early interventions. If you're concerned about your infant's gut health, discuss testing options with your pediatrician.
🥤 Think Twice About That Juice Cleanse
Before you jump on the juice cleanse bandwagon, here's some food for thought: New research shows that juice-only diets might actually harm your gut health. The study found increased inflammation markers after just three days of juicing. Overall, it may make the most sense to focus on whole foods and fiber instead of extreme cleanses for better gut health.
🚰 Microplastics and Your Gut: How to Reduce Your Exposure
Did you know your diet plays a huge role in how many microplastics end up in your body? A new study found that simple diet tweaks—like eating fewer processed foods, swapping bottled water for tap, and choosing whole over packaged foods—could significantly lower your microplastic intake.
🥖 Low-Carb Diet? Your Gut Might Be Warning You
That trendy low-carb diet might come with unexpected risks. University of Toronto researchers discovered that low-carb, low-fiber diets could increase colorectal cancer risk, especially in younger adults. Keep those complex carbs and fiber-rich foods in your diet – your gut will thank you.
🧬 ADHD and Gut Health: A Surprising Connection
Could your gut fungi impact ADHD symptoms? Research suggests children with ADHD have different fungal profiles in their gut, particularly higher levels of Candida. Consider incorporating more whole foods and fewer ultra-processed items into your diet, and if you're treating ADHD, consider augmenting treatment with pre- and probiotics.
🔋 Beyond the Gut: Microbiome Innovation
The future of microbiome health is getting personal. Experts at Natural Products Expo West revealed how AI-driven metabolic modeling could soon create customized microbiome plans. Meanwhile, focus on regular care through diverse fermented foods and consistent supplementation.
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