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The latest ideas, insights, and inspiration, expertly curated to empower you on your health journey. Learn more about systems biology and the many ways the microbiome plays a critical role in your health & wellness.
Show Your Microbiome Some Love: 8 Ways to Build a Healthier Gut

Wellness

Show Your Microbiome Some Love: 8 Ways to Build a Healthier Gut

With such far-reaching impacts, it's clear that caring for our microbiome is an investment in our overall health and vitality.

Gut Feelings How Your Gut and Mind are Connected

Nutrition

Gut Feelings: How Your Gut and Mind are Connected

Research shows that digestive and mental health, including everyday mood, go hand-in-hand more than we may be aware.

kissing couple

Oral Health

Pucker Up: Each Kiss Swaps 80 Million Oral Microbes

Scientifically, why do we kiss and exactly how many microbes you and your partner swap with each kiss?

Drinking Chocolate: This recipe combines the rich flavors of high-quality dark chocolate with a touch of spice, creating a truly satisfying experience.

Recipes

A Nourishing Drinking Chocolate Recipe (With Adaptations)

This recipe combines the rich flavors of high-quality dark chocolate with a touch of spice, creating a truly satisfying experience.

oral health life

Oral Health

The Harmful Effects of Poor Oral Health on Your Quality of Life

Many struggle quietly with oral health, which can affect your ability to socialize, work, and interact with others.

HPV virus

Discovery

HPV and Oral Cancers

What is HPV, and how does it impact the risk of other serious health conditions, like cancer?

Link between alcohol use and higher risk of oral and throat cancer

Discovery

Does Drinking Alcohol Increase Oral and Throat Cancer Risk?

Alcohol is one of the most controversial beverages there is. How can it affect your risk of cancer?

smoker

Oral Health

How Quitting Smoking Can Improve Your Oral Health

While cigarette smoking has declined, smoking remains the largest preventable cause of illness in the world.

How Your Overall Health Starts in Your Mouth

Oral Health

The Mouth Matters: Why Your Oral Health Sets the Foundation for a Healthy Body

The link is so strong that there’s evidence showing that a clean and healthy mouth can help prevent certain chronic diseases.

6 Things That Will Revolutionize How You Take Care of Your Teeth

Oral Health

6 Ways to Revolutionize How You Take Care of Your Teeth

Having a nice smile and fresh breath is pleasant, but do you really know if you’re taking the best care of your teeth?