How E. coli could help tackle those sweet cravings

Placing a small amount of lipopolysaccharide from E. coli bacteria in the guts of mice reduced their cravings for sweet treats, a new study reveals.

How E. coli could help tackle those sweet cravings

Placing a small amount of lipopolysaccharide from E. coli bacteria in the guts of mice reduced their cravings for sweet treats, a new study reveals.

Fish oil-diet benefits may be mediated by gut microbes

Diets rich in fish oil versus diets rich in lard (e.g., bacon) produce very different bacteria in the guts of mice, reports a study published August 27 in Cell Metabolism.