Our brains shape almost everything that makes us who we are. They allow us to think, remember, communicate, move, create, make decisions and connect with the people around us. Yet brain health is something many of us don't really think about until something begins to...

Our understanding of autoimmune disease has changed dramatically over the past decade. While genetics undoubtedly play an important role, scientists now recognise that our immune system is influenced by many other factors—including the trillions of microorganisms...

When we think about the gut microbiome, we often focus on the trillions of bacteria living within our digestive system. But increasingly, scientists are discovering that it's not just the microbes themselves that matter—it's what they produce. These tiny compounds,...