“Among the younger subjects who went through interval training, the activity levels had changed in 274 genes, compared with 170 genes for those who exercised more moderately and 74 for […]
Month: May 2017
The Potential Role of Gut-Derived Inflammation in Multiple System Atrophy
“This proof-of-concept study provides preliminary evidence that like PD, MSA subjects display evidence of disrupted intestinal barrier integrity, increased marker of endotoxin-related intestinal inflammation, and pro-inflammatory colonic microbiota.”
New research suggests gut microbiome plays a role in bipolar disorder
“We don’t yet understand what roles psychiatric medications play in influencing the gut microbiome and our results might be secondary to drug treatment,” Evans said. “We also don’t yet understand […]
Gut Microbiota Mediates the Protective Effects of Dietary Capsaicin
“The researchers uncovered an interaction between dietary capsaicin (CAP), the major pungent component in red chili, and gut microbiota. This novel mechanism for the anti-obesity effect of CAP acts through […]
High omega-3 levels linkd to increased blood flow in specific areas of the brain
“Images acquired from subjects performing various cognitive tasks will show higher blood flow in specific brain regions. When these images were compared to the Omega-3 Index, a measure of the […]
Microbes seen controlling action of host’s genes
“Duke researchers have shown that microbes can control the actions of their animal hosts by manipulating the molecular machinery of animal cells, triggering patterns of gene expression that consequently contribute […]
Brain microbiota disruption within demyelinating lesions in MS
“inflammatory demyelination is linked to an organ-specific dysbiosis in MS that could contribute to underlying disease mechanisms.”
Ginger may help fight obesity and related disorders
“Ginger has these effects by regulating fat metabolism, suppressing carbohydrate digestion, modulating insulin secretion and response, inhibiting oxidative stress, and lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. Studies have also identified the […]
Lupus Studies Point to Gut Microbes, Epigenetics
“We have thought for a long time that lupus and other autoimmune and inflammatory diseases like it are caused by both genetic and environmental factors and their interactions. Epigenetic modifications, […]
High levels of exercise linked to nine years of less aging at the cellular level
“The study, published in the medical journal Preventive Medicine, finds that people who have consistently high levels of physical activity have significantly longer telomeres than those who have sedentary lifestyles, […]