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Kissing Couples Exchange Mouth Bacteria, Shaping Gut Microbiomes
science22 days ago

Kissing Couples Exchange Mouth Bacteria, Shaping Gut Microbiomes

A Cell Press Blue study finds romantic partners share mouth bacteria far more than gut bacteria, likely due to kissing, and shows mouth bacteria can seed the gut. Analyzing 1,644 saliva–stool samples from 808 people in 207 households, researchers describe a two-step transmission: bacteria spread between cohabitants, then move from mouth to gut, with some gut strains linked to poorer cardiometabolic health, though causality isn’t established; results are correlational and limited by sequencing data.

via StudyFinds|
#couples#gut-microbiota#microbiome
Celebrity Couples Take Center Stage at Met Gala 2026 in Artful Fashion
fashion2 months ago

Celebrity Couples Take Center Stage at Met Gala 2026 in Artful Fashion

At the Met Gala 2026, the Costume Art theme set the stage for a parade of stylish couples on the red carpet, from Rihanna and A$AP Rocky in bold Maison Margiela and pink Chanel to Alexa Chung with Tom Sturridge, Gabrielle Union with Dwyane Wade, Hugh Jackman with Sutton Foster, Seth Meyers with Alexi Ashe Meyers, Rebecca Hall with Morgan Spector, Ben Stiller with Christine Taylor, Romeo Beckham making his debut, and Venus Williams with Andrea Preti, all delivering coordinated, fashion-forward looks that underscored the event’s “Fashion is Art” vibe.

via British Vogue|
#celebrities#couples#fashion
Living Together, Sharing Microbes: How Partners’ Bacteria May Shape Health
health3 months ago

Living Together, Sharing Microbes: How Partners’ Bacteria May Shape Health

Cohabiting couples share a sizable portion of their microbiomes, with about 30% of gut bacteria and notable overlaps in oral and skin microbes, driven by shared environments and daily habits. Greater microbial diversity from living together can be linked to lower risks of IBS, cardiovascular disease and high blood sugar, but the health impact depends on which bacteria are shared; some bacteria can be beneficial, others harmful. Saliva exchange during kissing further spreads oral bacteria, and while overall effects are still being studied, the shared microbiome is a real and ongoing area of research.

via The Conversation|
#couples#gut-microbiome#health
Key Money Move Couples Should Make in 2026
personal-finance6 months ago

Key Money Move Couples Should Make in 2026

The article emphasizes the importance of couples staying actively involved in their finances in 2026, highlighting that shared financial responsibility strengthens relationships and provides security, especially during unforeseen circumstances. It offers practical advice on reviewing finances, establishing regular money discussions, and seeking outside help if needed to foster teamwork and trust around money matters.

via CNBC|
#communication#couples#financial-planning