TUDCA and UDCA: What Bile Acids Reveal About Liver, Brain, and Gut Health
Once thought of merely as digestive detergents, bile acids are now understood to be powerful biochemical messengers with systemic impact. Among them, UDCA (ursodeoxycholic acid) and its taurine-conjugated form, TUDCA (tauroursodeoxycholic acid), stand out for their wide-ranging therapeutic potential. Originally used in traditional medicine and now backed by clinical and biochemical evidence, these molecules bridge […]
Can the Gut Heal the Mind? Rethinking Dementia Through the Microbiome
We tend to think of dementia as a disease of the brain—and only the brain. But what if part of the answer lies deep in your gut? Or even in your mouth? That’s the question shaking up how we understand neurodegeneration, especially Alzheimer’s and dementia with Lewy bodies. The science of the microbiome—the universe of […]
What Does the Microbiome Tell Us About Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis?
If you’ve been diagnosed with diverticulosis or diverticulitis, you’re not alone. This condition is more common than many realize, especially among older adults. However, what’s truly revealing is not just its frequency, but how little we discuss its connection with the gut microbiome. This text doesn’t propose an alternative theory, but rather an invitation to […]
Arabinogalactan: A Complex Prebiotic with Surprising Effects
What if a prebiotic could stimulate your immune system almost as much as a pathogen—without being one? Arabinogalactan, a plant-based polysaccharide, has drawn attention for its potential as a prebiotic. Unlike more well-studied compounds such as inulin or resistant starch, this molecule remains enigmatic in many ways. Still, the limited research available suggests notable effects […]