These microbes found in tumors promote cancer. What if we just kill them?New studies show that bacteria help cancer cells evade the body’s immune response. Experts say this relationship could prove vital for wiping out cancer. Most bacteria living in the human body help us thrive, but recent studies show that some… Apr 20 23April 20, 2023Article at National Geographic
Why do some love to exercise? It might be their microbiome.Some mice are more inclined to run on an exercise wheel than their less active counterparts. That’s because, according to a recent study, these mice carry microbes in their guts that send signals to their brains boosting their desire to exercise.… Mar 24 23March 24, 2023Article at National Geographic
Low-calories sweeteners might not be as good for us as we thoughtYou know the feeling. You slurp that diet soda relishing the sweet taste without the guilt or calories associated with sugar. But a new study suggests that these artificial sweeteners may not be as harmless as once thought; they may even increase the… Sep 10 22September 10, 2022Article at National Geographic