Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), formerly known as Wegener’s granulomatosis, is a rare autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) and the formation of granulomas, which are clumps of immune cells. This...
Apocynin, a natural compound derived from Picrorhiza kurroa, has garnered significant attention due to its potential health benefits. This article aims to explore the impact of apocynin on human health, including its effects on the human microbiome...
The gut metabolome refers to the collection of metabolites, or small molecules, present in the gastrointestinal tract. It consists of hormones, neurotransmitters, enzymes, vitamins, and other chemicals that are released as a result of digestion and...
Prebiotics are “a non-digestive food element that beneficially impacts the host by selectively encouraging the growth and activity of one or a restricted number of bacteria in the colon, and thereby improves human health,” according to...
A microbiome signature is a unique identifier for a particular microbiome. This unique identifier can be used to track the changes in a microbiome over time or to compare different microbiomes. Microbiome Signatures are beneficial for understanding...
The amino acid L-cysteine has a derivative called N-acetyl cysteine (NAC). It functions as a strong antioxidant because it is a source of sulfhydryl (-SH) groups in the body. Additionally, glutathione levels in the body are raised by N-acetyl...
Even though Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been recognized as a prominent bacterial pathogen since the 19th century, it has only been within the last 50 years that this organism has emerged as one of the most frequent causes of nosocomial bacterial...
The limited effectiveness of approved treatments for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), as well as reports of adverse events and toxicity, emphasize the need for the development of new therapies with improved efficacy and fewer side effects. Recently...
Definition Lipopolysaccharide (LPS), a potent endotoxin present in the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, causes chronic immune responses associated with inflammation. LPS are chemical molecules located in the outer membrane of Gram-negative...