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Get to Know the Microorganisms in Your Gut
What makes up our microbiota changes over time and influences our overall health, according to experts from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
Are Probiotics All They’re Cracked Up to Be?
They’re often represented as a remedy for many different ailments, but experts across Tufts say probiotics have a few important caveats consumers should know
Probiotic Foods to Add to Your Diet
These foods contain naturally occurring bacteria that may help improve multiple aspects of health, from digestion to disease prevention
Research Ties Gut Microbial TMAO Pathway to Chronic Kidney Disease
Large-scale study from Tufts University and Cleveland Clinic shows striking link between high blood levels of TMAO and chronic kidney disease risk over time
On Teens, Nutrition, and Exercise: How to Encourage Healthy Habits
Experts across Tufts outline the challenges for today’s teens when it comes to healthy eating and physical activity, and how parents and caregivers can help.