Research.
Every peer-reviewed study on fascia in one place — graded for strength of evidence, summarised in plain language for clinicians, researchers, and curious readers.
We grade studies from A to 1A+++ using the Fascia Research Database rubric — 1A+++ is the strongest.
Researchers behind the studiesFasting-mimicking diet prevents high-fat diet effect on cardiometabolic risk and lifespan
This animal study on mice investigated how periodic cycles of a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) affect health when consuming a high-fat, high-calorie diet. Researchers found that five days of FMD every month reduced the ac…
Cannabinoids in the landscape of cancer
This narrative review explores how cannabinoids—including plant-derived, endogenous, and synthetic versions—interact with cancer in laboratory and animal models. The research suggests that these compounds may inhibit tu…
A Closer Look at the Cellular and Molecular Components of the Deep/Muscular Fasciae
This narrative review describes fascia as a complex and dynamic connective tissue network. This network is composed of different cell types, an extracellular matrix, and nerve fibers. Each component plays a specific rol…
The multiple effects of fecal microbiota transplantation on diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) patients with anxiety and depression behaviors
This study investigated the effects of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) on patients with diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D) who also experience anxiety and depression. The results suggest that FMT may alleviate both…
Psychological and biological resilience modulates the effects of stress on epigenetic aging
Chronic stress is linked to negative health outcomes, and this study explored its connection to accelerated biological aging. Researchers evaluated 444 adults, measuring their cumulative stress, biological age using an…
The Molecular Targets of Cannabinoids in the Treatment of Cancer and Inflammation
This narrative review examines how cannabinoids influence inflammation and cancer by interacting with the body's endocannabinoid system. The researchers describe how endogenous, plant-derived, and synthetic compounds ta…
Direct impact of commonly used dietary emulsifiers on human gut microbiota
This laboratory study examined how 20 common dietary emulsifiers affect human gut microbiota using an ex vivo model. The researchers found that several additives, particularly carrageenans and various gums, altered bact…
Dynamic changes of intestinal flora in patients with irritable bowel syndrome combined with anxiety and depression after oral administration of enterobacteria capsules
This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) via oral capsules on patients with diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D) and comorbid anxiety and depression. The findings s…
Movement Caused by Electrical Stimulation of the Lumbosacral Region in Standing Horses
This study investigated how electrical stimulation (ES) affects movement in the lower back and pelvis of standing horses compared to manual techniques. While both methods successfully triggered movement in the lumbosacr…
Low-frequency mechanical vibration induces apoptosis of A431 epidermoid carcinoma cells
Researchers are exploring mechanical vibration as a potential cancer therapy that avoids harming healthy cells. In this lab study, a brief, low-frequency vibration was applied to a line of human skin cancer cells (A431)…
Propolis-induced exclusion of colloids: Possible new mechanism of biological action
This laboratory study investigates how propolis (bee glue) interacts with water to create an exclusion zone (EZ)—a layer of water that repels solutes and microorganisms. The researchers found that surfaces coated with p…
Vitamin D insufficiency as a potential culprit in critical COVID-19 patients
In this systematic review, researchers analyzed data from six studies to explore the association between vitamin D levels and COVID-19 severity. They found that patients with a poor prognosis had significantly lower ser…