#MicrobiomeExplained - Twitter Hashtag

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When it comes to #microbiome research, we’ve only scratched the surface. Much more research is needed to fully uncover the potential role of the #microbiome in treating human diseases. These are some of the big questions…. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

In the last 20 years, there has been a huge growth in #microbiome research - from just 80 publications in 2000, to over 27,000 publications in 2022. With more research into the #microbiome than ever before, what will the next years of research uncover? #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

It was previously thought that bacterial cells in and on the human body outnumbered human cells by a ratio of 10:1, however studies have found that this is much closer to 1:1. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

Ever wondered about things in life that influence the make-up of a person’s gut #microbiome? Some of them may surprise you… #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

Therapies containing naturally occurring micro-organisms may have the potential to address diseases by restoring the natural balance of the #microbiome in the body. This balanced relationship within the human body is known as symbiosis. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

The #microbiome shares a unique and beneficial relationship with the human body, known as symbiosis, and helps maintain overall health in the body. The #gut microbiome can help with digesting food, supporting the immune system and producing vitamins. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

Most microbes live in the #gut, but there are also #microbiome communities across the body, including in the oral cavity (mouth), upper and lower respiratory tracts (such as nose and lungs), vagina, endometrial tissue (womb lining) and skin. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

The human #microbiome is a complex and diverse community of approximately 38 trillion micro-organisms. These micro-organisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeast, which outnumber the 30 trillion human cells. #MicrobiomeExplained

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almost 3 years ago

Happy @WMicrobiomeDay! At Ferring, we recognise the crucial role that microbes play in maintaining our health. Together, we can continue to explore the ways the #microbiome may be used to help people live better lives! #MicrobiomeExplained #GutHealth