Dear Dr Nina: ‘I suffer with kidney stones. Why do they keep forming?’

“Why am I susceptible to them, and why do they keep forming?” Dear Dr Nina: ‘I suffer with kidney stones. Why do they keep forming?’ Independent.ie Q I have had recurrent kidney stones for several years now. Why am I susceptible to them, and why do they keep forming? Is there anything I can do… Read More: Dear Dr Nina: ‘I suffer with kidney stones. Why do… »

New food supplement made from bacteria fights metabolic syndrome

Scientists have now confirmed what they previously tested in mice: the benefits of a bacterium for cardiometabolic health. In a new study, a food supplement containing Akkermansia muciniphila improved metabolic markers in people with prediabetes and at risk of cardiovascular conditions. New research suggests that taking dietary supplements that contain a certain type of bacteria… Read More: New food supplement made from bacteria fights metabolic syndrome »