FAQs
1. Can the gut microbiome affect how we respond to medications?
The microbes in our gut can influence how drugs are absorbed, metabolized, or even how effective they are, which means your gut bacteria might impact how well certain medicines work for you.
2. Are there any risks associated with taking probiotic supplements?
For most healthy people, probiotics are safe, but in some cases, especially for those with weakened immune systems, they could cause infections or other side effects.
3. How does the gut microbiome differ between people from different parts of the world?
Geography, diet, and environment shape unique microbial communities in people’s guts, so someone living in a rural area with a traditional diet may have a very different microbiome than someone in an urban setting eating processed foods.
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