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Microbiome tests measure the microorganisms in a person’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These tests can give the person an idea of the types and amounts of microorganisms in their gut. However, people ...

The term “microbiome” is shorthand for the vast and still largely unexplored worlds of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microorganisms that inhabit every corner of the planet. Bacteria form tiny ...

Research continues to link the gut to nearly every facet of our health. Could the GI-MAP be key to understanding our patients’ microbial health? The GI tract is the residence of trillions of ...

Research continues to show the influence your gastrointestinal (GI) system (or your “gut”) has on your overall health. While certain symptoms, such as indigestion, mood changes, and skin diseases, ...

In a recent study published in the journal Toxicology Letters, researchers discuss the effect(s) of fluoride exposure on the human microbiome. Study: Does fluoride exposure impact on the human ...

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Of the many microbial communities in the human body, the vagina’s microbiome is unique. While increased diversity is key to microbiomes such as those in the gut or mouth, the vagina has been thought ...