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earther.gizmodo.comCoin-Sized Hydrogen Sensor Clipped to Underwear Provides Objective Measurement of Flatulence Frequency
A coin-sized hydrogen sensor clipped to underwear next to the perineum has revealed that people correctly identify days of higher gas production only half the time. In a double-blind study, 24 of 37 participants produced over 1.5 times more gas after consuming lactose if they wer…
Gwénaël M. D. J.-M. Gaussand, Qi Jia, Eric van der Graaff, Gerda E. M. Lamers, Paul F. Fransz, Paul J. J. Hooykaas, Sylvia de Pater / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)Study Reveals Role of Caspase-5 in Gut Tissue Repair and Regeneration
Researchers have identified an unusual function for the protein caspase-5 in promoting cell proliferation and tissue regeneration in the immature gut cells. The findings, published in Nature, suggest potential implications for understanding inflammatory bowel disease and colorect…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEric Topol Discusses Gut Health with Gastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha
Eric Topol shared a conversation with Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a gastroenterologist, focusing on topics related to bowel movements and gas. The discussion aims to provide information on common digestive issues. It is presented as accessible to individuals experiencing these symptoms.