Bacteria

It’s strange how even though female sexuality is plastered all over the internet, the vagina itself remains a mystery to men and women alike. For women, taking care of your downstairs region obviously plays a huge role in your sexual health…

Brushing at least twice daily, for at least two minutes at a time, is important to your overall health. In fact, as the following examples prove, the links between oral hygiene and the health of various parts of the body are often…

If you’re circumcised, you may have guarded your wellbeing against HIV infection by changing the bacteria ecosystem of your penis. This is according to a new study published in the journal mBio, which found that the…

The majority of women will deal with a bout of thrush at some point in their lives, and it is a common infection. Thrush is caused by a yeast fungus which is known as Candida spp. There are a number of treatments available, including an…

In your gut, there are trillions of bacteria that live in your gut but, according to J. E. Williams, OMD, FAAIM, a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, longevity, and natural health, these bacteria are as damaged as the environment…

New HIV treatments could work on eliminating harmful bugs in the digestive tract, as research has shown that they can worsen the infection. Reports into the sexual health and physical wellness of those with the HIV infection have shown that…

If you have gingivitis, your gums are sensitive and they might bleed a bit when you floss or brush. If you have serious gingivitis, your gums can bleed just from eating foods that put pressure on the teeth like apples. This is not…

Wellness experts agree that circumcision lowers rates of HIV infection, but until now, researchers didn’t fully understand why getting snipped was so beneficial to sexual health. However, a new study published in the journal mBio has found…

Bacteria may be the answer to Britain’s fuel crisis. This is according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, in which a strain of bacteria has been created that can produce fuel. A strand of E.…

With growing concerns over vaccines triggering autism in young toddlers, the last thing that parents want to hear is about another vaccine; however in light of ground-breaking research, a new vaccine has emerged to fight against gut…

Pancreatic cancer is known to be very deadly because it has a tendency to spread, or metastasis, to other parts of the body before the symptoms of the disease appear. In previous work in mice, Claudia Gravekamp of the Albert…

Acne is a skin condition in which spots are prominent - it can affect the individual's confidence and self esteem. Your chances of developing acne depend on whether your skin harbours a 'good' strain of bacteria or not. There are different…

Probiotics, otherwise known as friendly bacteria, are probably the biggest thing in the vitamins, minerals and supplements market at the moment. They are designed to help protect the wellness of the gut by introducing the right kind of…

You have probably seen probiotics advertised as ‘good bacteria’ and thought to yourself, ‘Is there really such a thing as good bacteria?’ The short answer to this is yes. Probiotics can have a tremendously beneficial effect on your wellness…

The human relationship with bacteria is an ancient one. Many people today understand bacteria as the source of sickness, infection and as the evil harbinger of disease. On the contrary, however, the human body simply…

We’ve known about the supposed good bacteria known as probiotics for a long time. They're touted as digestive aids, helping to reduce bloating and improve your digestive system naturally. They’re most commonly found in fermented dairy…

Type two diabetes is a condition which is widespread to the point of epidemic proportions. It generally comes hand in hand with obesity and it’s now said that nearly three-quarters of type two diabetics are obese. This is a startling…

In my time as a health writer I’ve written about some weird and often wonderful things. A medicinal fungus which grows on sleeping caterpillars, a specialist wine which fights disease and even the occasional bizarre weight loss methodology.…

Babies born by caesarean section may lack the richness and diversity of healthy bacteria shown in babies born naturally, which could have potential health outcomes in later life. However, there is no evidence that being born by c-section…

According to a study led by the Washington University School of Medicine, a form of severe acute childhood malnutrition is caused by bacteria living in the intestine. This discovery came as the result of a study of young twins in Malawi, in…

It is common to hear experts and adverts championing the benefits of probiotics – they have become something of a craze in the modern world. But what are probiotics, and are they really all that good for us? The official definition for…

We’re always hearing about the risks and benefits of bacteria in terms of our health, but what do we really know about those microscopic bugs living in our insides? You can barely find a healthcare product these days that doesn’t display…

Healthy eating is very important to our wellbeing. But that doesn’t just mean eating plenty of fruit and vegetables; it also means preparing your food in the right way. Catching diseases and viruses from off or undercooked food can be a…

There are few conditions as linked as obesity and diabetes. One tends to proceed the other and it's been said that around ¾ of type two diabetics are obese or severely overweight. Recent studies have also shown that taking insulin regularly…

When it comes to dental health concerns, your toothbrush has a huge part to play. Unfortunately, your toothbrush is loaded with germs. This is according to researchers at the University of Manchester, who have found that, in just one…

Bacteria found in fleas, ticks and other biting insects could be partly responsible for rheumatoid illnesses among humans, such as arthritis, according to new research. Bartonella can be transmitted to humans by these parasites or by…

In your lower intestine, you have enormous numbers of bacteria and other micro-organisms – ten times more than the number of cells you have – and your wellness depends on these tiny passengers. Bacteria give you energy and vitamins, and…

Children exposed to bacteria, dirt and animal hair early in life are less likely to develop asthma. German research found that children raised on farms where the environment was likely to contain more microbes and fungi have lower asthma…

Bad breath is an embarrassing problem that strike many people. There are a number of reasons why you might suffer from halitosis, such as eating too much garlic or taking medications that dry out your mouth. Fortunately, there are…

The symptoms of vaginitis affect most women at some point in their lives - the itching, burning pain, and discharge that comes with a yeast infection are uncomfortable and undesirable no matter what age you are unfortunate enough to develop…