University of Louisville researchers have discovered how a naturally occurring microbial compound may help protect the gut ...

New research sheds light on why red meat may worsen inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)—and how other protein sources could help protect the gut.

Ginger, whether consumed as a shot or in a meal, is the ultimate gut soother. “It helps with nausea, cramping, bloating, and ...

For the estimated 5 million people worldwide living with inflammatory bowel disease, finding relief from debilitating symptoms often feels like an endless journey through medication trials and ...

The acetylcholine receptor (AChR) is a transmembrane protein embedded in the cell membrane that binds to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, triggering physiological responses. AChRs are categorized ...

It has been traditionally harvested and consumed as a herbal tea by the Khoisan people. Beyond making tea, the plant has been touted for its potential health benefits. Rooibos has scientifically ...

Damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) are a cause of Crohn’s disease (CD). Peroxiredoxin 1 (Prdx1), a newly identified DAMP, plays a critical role in organ injury with its potent ...

For children with suspected inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic, relapsing condition of the gastrointestinal tract, ...

A novel study using a mouse model has found that the absence of the angiopoietin-like 4 (ANGPTL4) protein during development triggers a long-lasting reprogramming of the immune system that protects ...

mTOR, mammalian target of rapamycin; p70S6K, The 70kDa ribosomal S6 kinase 1; NLRP3, NOD-like receptor thermal protein domain associated protein 3; ASC, apoptosis-associated speck-like protein ...

Eating red meat may increase the likelihood of developing irritable bowel disease, while pea protein may have a protective ...

IBS is a chronic disorder, which involves the way the digestive system works, without any apparent structural damage to the ...