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Raw Milk Risk Watch: Why Counties Keep Issuing Outbreak Alerts — And What To Do If You Drank It

The movement toward unpasteurized dairy is growing among health enthusiasts. These individuals believe it offers superior nutrition and gut health. However, this trend has a hidden and dangerous side. It is causing health departments in several states to issue new alerts this season. Multiple counties have recently reported bacterial infections…

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These Birdseed Additives Are Spreading Salmonella — Wildlife Officials Sound the Alarm

A backyard bird feeder should never become a disease hotspot, yet wildlife officials across several states have raised urgent concerns about salmonella linked to contaminated birdseed and certain additives. What seems like a harmless boost to attract more colorful visitors can quickly turn into a health risk for birds and…

Frugal Gardening

A virus hiding inside bacteria may help explain colorectal cancer

The gut bacterium Bacteroides fragilis has long presented researchers with a paradox. It has been associated with colorectal cancer, yet it also lives quite happily in most healthy people. A new study from a Danish research team offers a possible clue. When they looked beyond the bacterium itself and into…

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How Bobby Deol Stays Fit at 57: Dr. Pal Reveals Diet Secrets

Bobby Deol is the Bollywood icon who stole the hearts of fans all over India through his chiselled body and poignant acting skills. Indeed, his role as an antagonist, Abrar Haque, in the film Animal received widespread acclaim. His muscular presence and sharp look were the icing on the cake.…

Times Life

The biology of body odour, from sweat glands to skin bacteria

Sweat rarely smells on its own. Body odour develops when bacteria on the skin break down compounds in sweat and release volatile chemicals that evaporate into the air.

The Conversation

‘Food is not just about calories – it could improve your mood’: Tim Spector on the gut-brain axis and fermentation myths

INDEPENDENT STUDIO: From fermentation myths to the gut–brain axis, Tim Spector argues that food affects far more than hunger and weight. On The Independent’s Well Enough podcast, he explains why our gut microbes may be quietly shaping how we feel, writes Hannah Twiggs

The Independent UK

People living in UK’s poorest areas have less diverse gut bacteria, study finds

Research shows social deprivation reduces range of microbiome leading to worse physical and mental health

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Cause of 72 Chiang Mai tiger deaths in question

The deaths of 72 tigers at a tourist attraction in Chiang Mai last week have been called into question, with the source of the virus and bacteria blamed for the fatalities yet to be clearly identified.

Bangkok Post

Why Reusing Nursery Pots Without This Step Is Costing Gardeners Hundreds

Nursery pots might look harmless once a plant moves into the garden or a bigger container, but they carry invisible threats that hit both your plants and your budget. Every time soil clings to old pots, it brings more than dirt with it. Tiny fungi, bacteria, and other plant pathogens…

Frugal Gardening

How Your Pet’s Gut Health Quietly Protects Their Immunity

When a pet looks healthy on the outside, we often assume everything inside is working just fine. A shiny coat, playful energy, and a good appetite reassure us. Yet, deep within your pet’s body lies a system so powerful that it influences almost every aspect of their health. The gut.…

Times Pets

'Fibre impacts almost everything in your body' - nutrition expert reveals 5 foods to eat every day

Less than 5% of Americans get enough fibre every day, yet it's essential for our gut health, hormones, and immune system

Woman & Home

The common household items that carry hidden health risks

Developing scalp boils, tooth decay and fungal infections may be easier than you might think

The Independent UK

'Universal' nasal-spray vaccine protects against viruses, bacteria and allergens in mice

In an early animal test, a new nasal-spray vaccine has shown promise against a variety of germs and a common allergen, scientists report.

LiveScience

Scientists find new gut virus linked to colorectal cancer that could lead to earlier diagnosis

More than 55,000 Americans are expected to die of colorectal cancer this year

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You’re probably brushing your teeth wrong – these changes could save your life

Experts say the perks of better brushing extend beyond a winning smile and could lead to improved heart health and reduced inflammation, writes Harry Bullmore

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At a mere 2 square micrometers in size, this is the world's smallest QR code and it's 'smaller than most bacteria'

You don't happen to have a microscopic phone camera yet, do you?

Euronews

Foodborne illnesses grown antibiotic resistant across Europe, agencies warn

Antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacteria remains a public health concern in Europe as it limits treatment options, according to a new report.

Medical Daily

Antibiotic Resistance Crisis: Why Doctors Are Limiting and Cutting Back on Prescriptions

Antibiotic resistance is rising as doctors limit prescriptions to curb overuse, protect drug safety, and prevent deadly superbugs.

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Neon green wall discovered in a pitch-black New Mexico cave may be 9 million years old

Microbial communities hidden deep inside the caves of New Mexico have fascinated scientists who study extreme environments and search for extraterrestrial life. In 2018, the team of scientists at Carlsbad Caverns came across strange green colonies on the limestone walls, which were very far away from the natural light. Later,…

The Independent UK

Your dog’s gut health could determine how long they survive after cancer treatment

Six million dogs are diagnosed with cancer each year in the U.S. - and more than four million die

The Conversation

Your gut microbes can be anti-aging – scientists are uncovering how to keep your microbiome youthful

People have long given up on the search for the Fountain of Youth, a mythical spring that could reverse aging. But for some scientists, the hunt has not ended – it’s just moved to a different place. These modern-day Ponce de Leóns are investigating whether gut microbes hold the secret…

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5 Deodorants That Might Be Making You Smell Worse

You can shower, scrub, and spray until your bathroom smells like a department store fragrance counter, but if your deodorant fights against your body instead of working with it, you may walk out the door smelling worse than when you started.

LiveScience

Diagnostic dilemma: 83-year-old man's unusual form of syphilis had an 'uncertain' source

A man went to the emergency room after being in and out of hospitals for a month, and doctors found a surprising explanation for his illness.

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: Five killed in Spain apartment fire and Greenland tradition at risk

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. Five killed in Spain apartment fire after becoming ‘trapped in attic storage room’ Greenland’s thousand-year-old tradition at risk due to climate change Three men sentenced to death in India for vicious rape and murder Ancient bacteria discovered in…

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6 Things to Buy at the Grocery Store to Improve Your Gut Health

Gut health is more than just a wellness trend; it is the foundation of how you feel every single day. You do not need expensive powders, trendy tonics, or magic supplements to fix your digestion and boost your energy. You can find everything you need to support your microbiome right…

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