Following your gut instincts is one way of making decisions. Now emerging research suggests that the gut may be more involved in decision-making than previously thought. Choices may be influenced by microbial mechanisms in the gut. Whether or not those decisions are prudent may actually depend … [Read more...] about Can Probiotics Affect Decision-Making?
Microbiome Environment
Traumatic Brain Injury & Gut Microbes
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a global public health issue affecting many millions each year. Management requires an understanding of both the primary brain injury and the secondary sequelae that affect peripheral organs, including the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The gut-brain axis is composed of … [Read more...] about Traumatic Brain Injury & Gut Microbes
The Interplay of Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) & the Microbiome
While summer days bring more hours of welcome daylight, longer exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet radiation (UVR) can damage the skin. Sunburn, inflammation, photoaging, skin cancer, and/or immune modulation can result. New research suggests that the skin microbiome may be a feasible target for novel … [Read more...] about The Interplay of Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) & the Microbiome
PROBIOTICS AND THE BRAIN
https://www.teknoscienze.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Editorial_AF1_2022.pdf The Gut Brain Axis, or commonly referred to as the “GBX” is the most researched area after Gastrointestinal an Immune health within the probiotic category. Moreover, the pandemic has emphasized and brought ‘mental … [Read more...] about PROBIOTICS AND THE BRAIN
Market Trends: The Microbiome
A three-day webinar Microbiome: Mastering the Market provided by Naturally Informed on May 17-19, 2022 offered an exciting slate of topics. One session on communications was recapped by IPA in an earlier blog. The following explored the latest news distilled from the retail marketplace. In … [Read more...] about Market Trends: The Microbiome
Messaging the Microbiome Webinar
As the research into the microbiome continues to find applications in health, customers, retailers, and marketers struggle with understanding or creating product messaging. A recent panel discussion addressed these concerns and provided practical steps to reduce confusion and stay out of reach of … [Read more...] about Messaging the Microbiome Webinar