Tag: IBD
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Soft Wireless Bioelectronic Implant Targets the Splenic Nerve to Reduce Inflammation
New Frontiers in Treating Chronic Inflammation For millions living with chronic inflammatory diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), managing flare-ups means navigating a complex landscape of medications, monitoring side effects, and weighing quality of life. A new study published in National Science Review unveils a promising avenue: a soft, wireless bioelectronic implant that targets…
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Processed Foods Tied to Higher IBD Risk: New Study Highlights Diet’s Role
Processed foods and inflammatory bowel disease: what the latest findings show Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which affects millions worldwide, has long puzzled researchers and clinicians seeking to understand the role of diet in its onset and progression. In 2019, about 4.9 million people worldwide were living with IBD, a number that underscores the global impact…
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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher IBD Risk: What the Latest Study Reveals
New findings deepen concerns about ultra-processed foods and IBD risk Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, affects millions worldwide. In 2019, about 4.9 million people were living with IBD, a number that has continued to rise alongside shifts in dietary patterns. A growing body of research has suggested that ultra-processed…
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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher IBD Risk: What It Means for Diet and Health
New evidence links ultra-processed foods to higher IBD risk Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects millions worldwide, with about 4.9 million people living with the condition in 2019. While genetics, gut microbiota, and immune responses have long been tied to IBD, recent research is turning attention to dietary patterns—specifically ultra-processed foods—and how they may influence disease…
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Computational Modeling Tool Maps Gut Microbiome Effects on Health
Understanding the Gut Microbiome and Health The human gut hosts trillions of microbes that influence digestion, immunity, and overall health. Disturbances in this complex community have been linked to conditions ranging from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to metabolic and mental health disorders. To gain clearer insights into how microbes interact and affect host health, researchers…
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Dow Falls, Nasdaq Sinks 2%: Tech-Led Market Rout – Live Coverage
Live Market Snapshot: Dow Dips as Nasdaq Leads Tech Selloff Equity markets faced a broad retreat as the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite tumbled about 2% in a day defined by a tech-led rout. Traders watched a fresh wave of concerns ripple through the sector, from earnings guidance and valuations…
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Dow Jones Futures Edge Higher as Dow Records Run Continues; Palantir and Eli Lilly Show Buy Signals
Market Snapshot: Futures Point Higher After Dow’s Record Close Stock index futures edged up on the eve of the trading session, following the Dow Jones Industrial Average’s latest record close. Investors are parsing a mix of strong earnings, steady inflation readings, and clues about future Federal Reserve actions. While the broader market has shown resilience,…
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Targeting PAR2: Innovative Pathways to Relieve Gut Pain
New Insights into a gut pain signaling axis Abdominal pain is a common thread across many digestive disorders, from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Recent research has zeroed in on PAR2, a receptor located on the gut lining and pain-sensing nerves, as a pivotal driver of gut pain. PAR2 becomes activated…
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Targeting PAR2: A Two-Pronged Strategy Uses Bacterial Enzymes and Nanoparticles to Fight Gut Pain
New Avenues in Gut Pain Management Abdominal pain is a defining symptom of many digestive disorders, from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A pair of pioneering studies is pushing the boundaries of how researchers might treat gut pain by focusing on PAR2, a receptor that drives pain signaling in the gut.…
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A Life Rewritten: How a Stoma Gave Jonathan Freedom From Crohn’s
From panic to possibility: Jonathan’s journey with Crohn’s Jonathan’s story begins in the rough terrain of adolescence, when Crohn’s disease began its unseen work. Symptoms appeared as a stubborn redness around his lips and, increasingly, urgent bathroom needs that disrupted everyday life. A basketball tournament turned into a stressful moment, with repeated trips to the…