Just as human DNA varies from person to person, so too does the massive collection of microbial DNA in the intestine, a new study has suggested. The research is the first to catalog the genetic variation of microbes that live in the gut, where they extract nutrients from food, synthesize vitamins, protect against infections, and produce compounds that naturally reduce inflammation. The widespread genetic diversity uncovered by the scientists can help them understand ...Thursday, 6 December 2012
Study Sheds Light on the Genetic Fingerprint in Your Belly
Just as human DNA varies from person to person, so too does the massive collection of microbial DNA in the intestine, a new study has suggested. The research is the first to catalog the genetic variation of microbes that live in the gut, where they extract nutrients from food, synthesize vitamins, protect against infections, and produce compounds that naturally reduce inflammation. The widespread genetic diversity uncovered by the scientists can help them understand ...
Labels:
Health News
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment