What's your gut type? Gut bacteria could help with diagnostics and influence treatments

Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 14:31 in Health & Medicine

Humans have three different gut types, scientists have found. The study also uncovers microbial genetic markers that are related to traits like age, gender and body-mass index. The findings could help diagnose and predict outcomes for diseases like colorectal cancer, and inform treatment.

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