Christopher Damman is medical and science officer at Supergut and on the scientific advisory board at BCD Biosciences. Though American waists are getting bigger, research is showing that the gut ...

Bacteria begin to die at 149°F (65°C), but boiling water for one minute is still a good precaution. The optimal temperature to kill bacteria in food depends on the food type. Share on Pinterest ...

Dear Doctor K: I’ve had four bouts of “bacterial sinusitis” over the past several months. How can I kick this infection for good? Dear Reader: Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses. Everyone has ...

Gram staining is one way scientists can identify bacteria. Gram-positive bacteria, such as Staphylococcus, appear blue or purple under a microscope when scientists apply a stain. Conversely, ...