Mouthwashes have long bragged about killing 99.9% of germs in your mouth, but Rutgers Health researchers suggest this scorched-earth approach may harm oral health by eliminating beneficial bacteria ...

Scientists have developed a new way to fight gum disease without wiping out the mouth’s helpful bacteria—a major shift from traditional treatments. Instead of killing everything, this targeted ...

Each October, as the days shorten and the air grows crisp, millions of Americans prepare for the beloved -- and often sugar-fueled -- tradition of Halloween. From jack-o'-lanterns glowing on porches ...

Everywhere you go, you carry a population of microbes in your gastrointestinal tract that outnumber the human cells making up your body. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news ...

Blessed are the tiny cheesemakers: scientists have mapped out the bacteria responsible for giving three British cheeses their distinct flavor, which may also be beneficial to human health. Scientists ...

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Millions of people in the U.S. and around the world suffer from urinary tract infections every year. Some groups are especially prone to chronic UTIs, including women, older adults and some veterans.

Everywhere you go, you carry a population of microbes in your gastrointestinal tract that outnumber the human cells making up your body. This microbiome has important connections to health in your gut ...

Credit: Getty Images. While most Halloween candies contain lots of sugar, some are better for your gut microbiome than others. The Conversation — Each October, as the days shorten and the air grows ...