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The intestinal microbiota is considered to be associated with the neuro–endocrine–immune pathways, generating the concept of the gut–brain axis. Within this framework, the intestinal epithelial ‘barrier’, plays …

There’s that old saying ‘never work with animals or children’. I actually love working and living with both, but as we know they come with their own unique set …

The oral microbiome & the mouth-body connection: are bleeding gums the first sign of leaky gut?

What is qPCR and why is this molecular technology so exciting?

Oestrogen is detoxified in three steps through the liver, before it can finally undergo excretion.

Our research of the oral microbiome and its links with systemic health have exposed a multitude of related conditions. Some well-known, such as cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s disease, others less …

When considering the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) ecosystem, one has to consider the impact that stress and anxiety has on immune and inflammatory processes. For this reason, we also researched plants …

Homeostasis of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) depends upon a fine balance between the host and their microbes. The host’s immune system is a key player here. For this reason, we …

It has been speculated for centuries that dental health can impact our whole being, but now research confirms the role that the oral microbiota can play in systemic health and …

Proanthocyanidins, or condensed tannins, are a class of polyphenols, including catechin and epicatechin and their esters. They are well-known for their antioxidant capacity, but more recent research also indicates their …

Ecklonia cava is a brown algae found abundantly along the coastal areas of Korea and Japan where it is used traditionally for food and medicine. It has a variety of …

Both blackcurrant and pomegranate are rich in anthocyanins, with ellagitannins representing the most abundant polyphenols in pomegranates and proanthocyanidins in blackcurrants.