All irritable bowel syndrome articles
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NewsSmall bowel microbiome offers clues to women’s health
A new study has identified differences in the makeup and organization of the small bowel microbiome between women and men. One intriguing finding was a bacterial community containing Granulicatella, found only in women.
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NewsMicrobiome signaling system could open new paths for treating IBS-related constipation
New research expands scientists’ understanding of how the gut microbiome communicates with the body, and how our gut bacteria work together to control intestinal movement.
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NewsGut microbiome may be the link to gluten sensitivity without celiac disease
Researchers found that after antibiotic treatment, mice exposed to gluten had changes in the bacteria living in the gut. These shifts in bacteria types altered how they processed carbohydrates, fats and sugars which may influence how these nutrients are recognized by the immune system.
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NewsNew role of gut bacteria provides hope for a novel IBS treatment
Research clarifies the complex interaction between gut bacteria and IBS, identifying two bacteria that together can produce serotonin: Limosilactobacillus mucosae and Ligilactobacillus ruminis.
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News$5.6 million grant awarded to target treatments for IBS, Crohn’s and Ulcerative colitis
An “out-of-the-box” study has been awarded a $5.6 million NIH grant to target treatments for IBS, Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis and more.
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NewsArtificial sweetener has potential to damage gut
New research has discovered that neotame, one of the new generation of artificial sweeteners, is capable of damaging the human intestine and causing illness.