gut bacteria

Antibiotics, C-Sec May Alter Babies' Gut Bacteria

By Dipannita - Jun 21, 2016 09:59 AM EDT

Antibiotics and birth by C-section can alter or disrupt the development of gut bacteria in the babies. These are the findings of two new studies conducted by a team of researchers in the United States.

Could Merck's Antibody Become Poop Substitute For C.difficile Infection?

By Peter R - Sep 21, 2015 06:29 PM EDT

The antibody's effectiveness was tested in clinical trials where it showed it can prevent reoccurence of c.difficile in 10 to 15 percent of the cases.

Boy With Autism Improves After Taking Antibiotics For Sore Throat

By Maria Slither - Mar 25, 2015 11:27 AM EDT

John Rodakis, a molecular biologist and venture capitalist, got its inspiration from his son with autism, to pursue further studies linking gut bacteria and the brain. It is from a firsthand experience with his son who is said to have improved after taking amoxicillin.

Diet Sodas Ruins "Diets": Study Links Zero Calorie Beverages to Long-term Weight Gain

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 17, 2015 05:57 PM EDT

Research shows that drinking diet sodas has ironically fuelled weight gain over the years.

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