microbiome

microbiology and genetics

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malnutrition

  • In malnutrition: Symptoms and treatment

    …accompanying improvements in the gut microbiome not only promote weight gain but also help restore overall metabolic function, which can impact bone growth, immunity, and other factors.

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risks of cesarean sections

  • In cesarean section: Risks

    Although, over time, the microbiome in affected infants becomes more similar to that in infants delivered vaginally, early differences in the microbiome may impact infant health or contribute to health issues that arise later.

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