Posts Tagged ‘Bacteria’

Changing gut bacteria could explain chronic western illnesses: Study

Changing gut bacteria could explain chronic western illnesses: Study
Diets high in fat, sugar and protein, and low in fiber have been associated with increased incidence of noninfectious intestinal diseases all over the world.

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Gut bacteria reflect dietary differences

Gut bacteria reflect dietary differences
High-fiber, low-fat diets cultivate healthier intestinal microbes, study suggests

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Western Diet Populates Kids’ Stomachs With Bad Bacteria

Western Diet Populates Kids’ Stomachs With Bad Bacteria
Study found African children who ate more natural diet, were breast-fed longer had more good bacteria.

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Health Notes: Beneficial bacteria

Health Notes: Beneficial bacteria
Culinary Nutrition News is advocating an increase in probiotics, or friendly bacteria, in people’s diets to increase digestive health.

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Hospitals warned that wet breathing system filters transmit harmful bacteria and yeast

Hospitals warned that wet breathing system filters transmit harmful bacteria and yeast
Doctors have highlighted potential problems with the breathing system filters used in anaesthesia, including intensive care units, after demonstrating that they don’t provide protection from harmful bacteria and yeast when they become wet.

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CFIA/Health Hazard Alert: Certain Fresh Express Brand Romaine-Based Salads May Contain Salmonella Bacteria

CFIA/Health Hazard Alert: Certain Fresh Express Brand Romaine-Based Salads May Contain Salmonella Bacteria
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Cheese — acting as ‘carrier’ for probiotic bacteria — found to improve immune response of elderly

Cheese — acting as ‘carrier’ for probiotic bacteria — found to improve immune response of elderly
Scientists in Finland have discovered that cheese can help preserve and enhance the immune system of the elderly by acting as a carrier for probiotic bacteria. The research reveals that daily consumption of probiotic cheese helps to tackle age-related changes in the immune system.

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Does Washing Lettuce Get Rid of Bacteria?

Does Washing Lettuce Get Rid of Bacteria?
As the recall of tainted romaine lettuce expands, many plates could be devoid of the crisp veggie in an effort to stay healthy. That might be a good idea, according to experts who say that washing produce, even very carefully, may not remove all the bacteria present.

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Plaque Busters: How olive oil, chewing gum and green tea can prevent the build-up of bacteria

Plaque Busters: How olive oil, chewing gum and green tea can prevent the build-up of bacteria
A new toothpaste claims it can dissolve 88 per cent more dental plaque than others, but there are plenty of other ways to fight tooth decay.

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For People With Celiac Disease, Gut Bacteria Offer New Insights — And Hope

For People With Celiac Disease, Gut Bacteria Offer New Insights — And Hope
Dietary changes that include probiotics and/or prebiotics (found in some foods) may help alleviate the severity of celiac disease for some patients. According to a new research study appearing in the May 2010 print issue of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology, differing intestinal bacteria in celiac patients could influence inflammation to varying degrees…

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