Category Archives: Bacteria

Lamiaceae Plants as Antimicrobials

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Laminacae plants belong to the mint family of plants. These plants are characterised by their distinctive aroma and taste that results from their essential oils. The essential oils of Lamiaceae plants have been shown to possess significant antimicrobial effects against … Continue reading →

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Gut Bacteria and Anxiety

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Robert Barrington

One of the main factors that can influence the mood of an individual is the health of the gut. In particular, the variety of bacteria within the gut can have a significant impact on mental health. In turn, both diet … Continue reading →

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Antimicrobial Effects of Plant Phenols

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Robert Barrington

One group of phytochemicals in plants, the polyphenols, have been shown to benefit health in a number of ways. The antimicrobial effects of polyphenols are widely reported and many polyphenols in plants are able to inhibit the growth of a … Continue reading →

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Gut Microbiota: The Mood Connection

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Robert Barrington

It is understood that certain dietary patterns have a significant influence on the mood of the consumer. For example, consumption of the Mediterranean diet has been shown to decrease the risk of anxiety and depression. This is thought to relate … Continue reading →

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Silver as a Bactericidal Agent

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Robert Barrington

A number of metals have been shown to have useful health effects. Silver is one metal that has some interesting health properties. In one role, silver appears to be an effective agent at killing bacteria. In particular, colloidal silver has … Continue reading →

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The Forgotten Factor In Good Health: Gut Health

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Robert Barrington

The evidence that a balanced diet can improve health is now overwhelming. In fact, diet is likely the single biggest factor that can affect a person’s health and wellbeing. Many foods have been identified that can cause ill health, and … Continue reading →

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Can Probiotics Elevate Mood?

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Probiotics are bacteria populations that can be taken as food or supplements. Yoghurts are a food form of probiotics. Probiotics survive the acid environment of the stomach and then pass to the small intestine where they grow. Evidence suggests that … Continue reading →

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Phenols as Antimicrobials

Posted on October 11, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Polyphenols: Antimicrobials

Posted on September 19, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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The Human Microbiome

Posted on January 26, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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