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Scientists find hidden populations within common gut bacteria

timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 6dShare

Scientists led by the University of Vienna have found hidden populations within common gut bacteria, some of which are linked to ageing, colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and type 2 diabetes. The study also found evidence that certain bacterial populations can spread between people and across continents within a few decades, suggesting the gut microbiome may be more transmissible and dynamic than previously thought.

First report: Your gut microbiome may be more contagious than scientists thought — sciencedaily.com, 8d