At any moment, your body hosts trillions of microorganisms, on your skin, in your hair, and especially in your gut. Together ...

Scientists are still trying to identify what a healthy gut microbiome looks like, but new research may offer a clue. Scientists have known for a while that there are a lot of microscopic things living ...

At-home microbiome tests are booming, but the science behind them is too shaky to deliver the health answers people think ...

Couples living together may share 13% to 30% of their gut bacteria. This was true even when diet (which many couples share) ...

The gut microbiome influences digestion, metabolism, and mood. Local specialists explain how diet and lifestyle support this ...

Credit: Getty Images A clinical examination of the impact of gut dysbiosis on T-cell differentiation and cytokine production in acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. Microbiome-targeted therapies, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Harvard Medical School Professor, Metabolic Health Innovator Metabolism is often reduced to a simple equation of calories in ...

The microbiome is a gut-wrenching mystery. One day, it’s the key to immortality; the next, it’s just along for the ride. If you’ve ever been told to fear sweeteners, shun sugar, and bow to fermented ...

A comprehensive review of human studies reveals that kefir can alter certain gut and oral bacteria. However, inconsistent results and small trials mean its true health impact remains an open ...

There is a food that has been shown in multiple human randomized controlled trials to improve metabolic health, reduce liver fat, and even drive weight loss independent of calorie intake.