Gut Bacterium Turicibacter May Aid Weight Loss

Scientists at the University of Utah found a special bacteria in the gut called Turicibacter that might help people lose weight and stay healthier.

They tested this on mice and found that the bacteria helped the mice lose weight, have less fat in their blood, and lower blood sugar levels, even when the mice ate a lot of fatty food.

People who are obese usually have less of this bacteria, so the scientists think it might help humans too.

The bacteria works by keeping levels of a certain fat called ceramides low, which can cause problems like diabetes and heart disease if there's too much of it.

The scientists are excited because this could lead to new treatments for weight loss and better health, but they need to do more research to see if it works the same way in humans.