Tag: probiotics
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Can Cheese Help Prevent Dementia? New Japanese Findings Hint at Small-but-Meaningful Benefits
Overview: A Possible Link Between Cheese and Cognitive Health Could a simple dietary habit—enjoying cheese once a week—offer a small but meaningful hedge against developing dementia? A large Japanese cohort study published in Nutrients suggests that older adults who eat cheese at least weekly may face a lower risk of dementia over a three-year period.…
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Kiwi, Mineral Water and Magnesium: New Guidance Shifts Focus on Easy Steps to Ease Constipation
Rethinking constipation relief: more than just fiber New guidance on managing constipation points to practical, everyday changes that can make a real difference. Rather than starting with a high‑fibre plan alone, researchers from King’s College London say that kiwifruit, mineral‑rich water, and magnesium could form the cornerstone of an effective initial approach. The shift reflects…
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Kiwis and Mineral Water: New Guidance on Relieving Constipation
What the new guidance says about constipation relief Recent guidance on constipation emphasizes practical dietary changes over a sole focus on increasing fibre. Researchers from King’s College London reviewed the evidence and concluded there are multiple effective options beyond just “eat more fibre.” The key messages highlight two accessible starting points: kiwi fruit (and certain…
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Natural nasal probiotics provide broad antiviral protection
Overview: a nasal probiotic shield against respiratory viruses Respiratory viral diseases threaten pig health and global food security, especially in intensive farming. Classic vaccines against viruses like porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV), swine influenza virus (SIV), pseudorabies virus (PRV), and porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) often fail to deliver lasting protection due to…
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Natural Nasal Microbes Deliver Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Shield for Pigs
Overview: A natural defense emerging from the pig nose Respiratory viral diseases pose a substantial threat to animal health and global food security, especially in intensive pig farming. Viruses such as porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV), swine influenza virus (SIV), pseudorabies virus (PRV), and porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) can sweep through herds,…
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Bacteria Survive Space Launch and Re-entry: Study Reveals Bacillus subtilis Resilience
Overview: A Bold Look at Microbial Resilience in Space Scientists have long assumed that spaceflight would present extreme challenges to living organisms, especially microbes that play vital roles in human health. A new Australian-led study reveals that spores of Bacillus subtilis, a bacterium integral to immune function, gut health, and blood circulation in humans, can…
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Yogurt, Gut Health, and Longevity: The Maria Morera 117-Year Story
The 117-Year Story That Captured Scientific Attention Maria Branyas Morera, known in scientific circles as M116, lived to 117 years and 168 days. Her remarkable age, while extraordinary, offered researchers a rare window into what sustains health across the lifespan. Born in San Francisco in 1907 and later settling in Spain, Maria’s long life became…
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Yogurt and Gut Health: Maria Morera’s 117-Year Longevity
How a simple habit shaped a remarkable life Maria Morera Branyas, known to scientists as M116, lived to 117 years and 168 days. Her longevity attracted scientific attention, not because of a single “super gene,” but because of a quiet daily routine and a uniquely balanced biology. A key thread in her story was a…
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The Yogurt Habit That Helped a 117-Year-Old Break the Mold of Longevity
Overview: A Life Packed with Consistency Maria Branyas Morera, known to researchers as M116, lived to 117 years and 168 days—an age that sounds almost mythical. Her story isn’t built on a single “super gene” or a dramatic medical breakthrough; it’s rooted in a consistent daily routine, thoughtful eating, and a unique gut microbiome. A…
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Does Yogurt Strengthen Bones? Evidence on Bone Health
The question: does yogurt really boost bone health? Yogurt is a staple dairy product loved for its protein, minerals, and probiotic potential. But when it comes to bone health, the question isn’t just about calcium—it’s about whether yogurt can meaningfully improve bone mineral density (BMD) or reduce fracture risk. A recent synthesis in Frontiers in…