feeding

The corals we find in the world's reefs have their own microbiomes, and scientists are figuring out how to feed them probiotic 'supplements' – to try and save them for future generations.  A baby coral begins life as a swimming larva adrift in the ocean. When it is big enough, the larva sinks and secures itself to the seafloor – or, if it's lucky, a healthy reef. Once settled, it begins to clone itself. Shallow-water corals, made up of myriad different organisms, are essentially colonies of tiny animals collaborating…

Every dog is different, and depending on things like their breed, size, age, and health, their particular dietary requirements may also be different, including what you should feed them, and how much.  But what about how often? A new study that assessed over 10,000 dogs offers some startling insights into the apparent links between feeding frequency and canine health – and the key takeaway is definitely food for thought.According to the research, adult dogs that are fed only once per day tend to score significantly…