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4 weeks ago | medicalxpress.com | Valérie Geneux

The microorganisms in our intestines play an important role in many bodily processes, from digestion to emotions, and are a key factor in our overall health. A number of modern diseases could be traced to disturbances in the gut microbiome. Our digestive tract contains some 1.5 kilograms of bacteria.

1 month ago | actu.epfl.ch | Valérie Geneux

Our digestive tract contains some 1.5 kilograms of bacteria. This gut microbiome, long overlooked by doctors, has been gaining attention in recent years as scientists discover that its role extends well beyond digestion: these bacteria can influence our immune system, metabolism and even mental health. Yet a lot remains to be learned about how they function. The gut microbiome is made up of around 1,000 bacteria strains and is the densest and most diverse microbiome in our bodies.

2 months ago | lacote.ch | Valérie Geneux

2 months ago | lacote.ch | Valérie Geneux

2 months ago | lacote.ch | Valérie Geneux