Both a yeast infection and BV are the result of an overgrowth of certain microbes in your nether regions. But where a yeast infection involves excess of a fungus called Candida (almost always Candida ...

One common probiotic is Lactobacillus, a type of beneficial bacteria found in some foods and available as oral supplements or ...

Also called vaginal candidiasis, vaginal yeast infections affect up to 75% of people with a vagina at some point in their lifetime. Vaginas typically have a balance of good bacteria and yeast.

Dunn and Sheppard wanted to showcase the benefits of microbes and discover new wild yeast strains from nature for brewing beer—a beloved beverage celebrated for its diverse flavors. Madden, despite ...

In a study recently published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology, researchers collected and examined the biotechnological potential of 2,000 West African yeast strains. The study—the ...

That’s because the meds might not just kill off the harmful bacteria; they could also knock out some of the good guys that are typically responsible for keeping yeast in check. Certain factors ...