Archives for November 12, 2019

Scientists in global project to create world's largest human microbiome database

Scientists from around the world are joining forces for the “Million Microbiome of Humans Project” (MMHP) in an aim to build the world’s largest database of the human microbiome.

Probiota Asia 2019

Mother-baby link: Probiotic intake during pregnancy improves infant immunity by reducing risk factors

Several human and animal studies highlighted have shown that probiotics supplementation in pregnant mothers can improve new-born immunity and reduce the risk of pre-term birth.

Probiota Asia 2019

Flavonoid-rich diet and beneficial bacteria attributed to low colorectal cancer in Indian population – Gut microbiome study

Researchers from India have discovered that a diet high in flavonoids may contribute to the low prevalence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in the Indian population.

Diet and depression: Australian study links healthy diet with reduced symptoms in women but not men

A healthy dietary pattern with frequent intake of fruits, vegetable and fish was associated with lower levels of depressive symptoms in older Australian women, but the association was not significant in men.

Delhi’s worsening air pollution sees firms jump on chance to promote immune-boosting, detox supplements

The worsening air pollution in Delhi is providing more opportunities for health supplement firms to market immune-boosting and detox products.