(Natural News) Your gut microbiota helps shield you from infections, and for the longest time, scientists have wondered how. A new study published on Jan. 15 in the journal Cell details the process involved in gut immunity, or specifically, how your gut microflora functions to give you colonization resistance. Using mouse models, a team from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) identified which […]

(Natural News) Taurine is an ingredient found in sports supplements and performance-enhancing products. But outside of its reputation as a means to boost athletic performance, taurine is also hailed for its role in supporting brain health and development beginning from conception. In fact, taurine is one of the most essential and abundant amino acids in […]

(Natural News) Anxiety is a normal human emotion that can be triggered by imminent danger or the presence of threats. According to science, anxiety is part of the body’s fight-or-flight response and is integral to human survival. However, this useful emotion, when experienced at disproportionate levels, can turn into anxiety disorder, a medical condition. Anxiety disorder can cause […]

(Natural News) Taurine, which is a substance produced by cysteine and methionine, is hailed as an “unsung hero” of health-boosting amino acids. One of the most notable health benefits of taurine is its ability to preserve and enhance brain function. Evidence shows that taurine can protect the brain from cognitive changes associated with environmental toxins. […]

(Natural News) A special issue of the journal Birth Defects Research: The Teenage Brain has concluded that the excessive consumption of junk food and energy drinks impairs the mental health of teenagers. In the study, a team of researchers from the RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia reviewed the effects of caffeine and taurine found in energy drinks on […]

(Natural News) In a study published in The FEBS Journal, researchers from the University of Tsukuba and Cornell University report that they have discovered a cell volume regulator in sperm cells which helps maintain their shape and fertility. The study suggested that a deficiency in taurine, a vital amino acid which is found abundantly in the male reproductive system, can deform […]

(Natural News) Alcoholic drinks are bad for your kidneys. So are chemical-laden energy drinks. It doesn’t take a scientific study run by geniuses to put together the idea that combining these two nasty liquids is going to do at least double the harm to your organs. But for those who want their facts backed up […]

(Natural News) Sipping tea in between mouthfuls of taurine-rich shellfish sounds like a strange combination. However, Chinese researchers say this is an excellent way to protect your liver from certain diseases. Their new study shows that the combination of taurine and tea polyphenols can prevent the onset of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). NASH is the progressive […]

(Natural News) Yes, it’s possible to boost your mental performance with the right supplements. What’s even better news is that these supplements are all-natural and have far-reaching benefits besides helping your brain function better. Cognitive enhancers are among the most popular types of drug today, especially among scientists, students, entrepreneurs, and other individuals whose activities […]

(Natural News) Aside from boosting athletic performance, taurine offers many benefits for your physical and mental health. It is even used to ease conditions like anxiety, depression, diabetes, and insomnia. What is taurine and why is it good for you? Athletes and bodybuilders often use taurine as a supplement to enhance their physical performance. However, taurine […]