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Hangry bacteria in your gut microbiome are linked to chronic disease – feeding them what they need could lead to happier cells and a healthier body

  • Written by Christopher Damman, Associate Professor of Gastroenterology, University of Washington
Hangry bacteria in your gut microbiome are linked to chronic disease – feeding them what they need could lead to happier cells and a healthier bodyThe gut microbiome may play a role in regulating the body's appetite, cognition and immune responses. nopparit/iStock via Getty Images Plus

Diet-related chronic diseases have reached a critical juncture in the U.S.

Nearly half the population has prediabetes or diabetes. Over 40% are overweight or obese. One in nine people over the age of 65 has...

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