Living with a roommate may quietly change your gut bacteria; research suggests
New research suggests that the genes of people you live with can influence the microbes in your gut. These microbes, encouraged by your housemate's genetic makeup, can transfer through everyday contact, subtly shifting your own gut environment. This shared microbial landscape highlights how our health can be influenced by those closest to us.
New research suggests that the genes of people you live with can influence the microbes in your gut. These microbes, encouraged by your housemate's genetic makeup, can transfer through everyday contact, subtly shifting your own gut environment. This shared microbial landscape highlights how our health can be influenced by those closest to us. What's Your Reaction?
