We have the proof: over the millennia, Western lifestyles have depleted certain strains of gut bacteria capable of protecting us from obesity and diabetes. Some people, however, still possess these tiny organisms in their intestines, which could help design future therapies.

Researchers have identified gut bacteria that can mobilise the immune system to fight tumours. The discovery can also help identify patients who are most likely to respond to cancer immunotherapy.

Happy New Year! We have successfully entered 2019 and holidays are over for many of us. We know, you were probably busy with opening Christmas presents and you must have missed science like a crazy scientist, so here is a quick heads-up of the 3 most popular Sparrho Digest of last year. Check them out below in case you have missed any!

Researchers have identified the cells in our eyes that let light from smartphone screens disrupt sleep, cause insomnia, metabolic diseases or mood disorders.

Artificial sweeteners appeal to a lot of people as a magic bullet for weight loss, but – as researchers have found – they can cause havoc in the gut, making us susceptible to illnesses and even craving for sweets.

Microbes in our intestines not only help digest food and fight disease​ but can make us better runners too.