An overview of basic pathophysiological interactions between gut bacteria and their host

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Sometimes referred to as a "forgotten organ," the gut microbiome (GMB) of humans includes hundreds of commensal bacterial species, which carry several million genes and complement our physiology. Commensal bacteria break down indigestible dietary fiber and provide essential metabolites. These often have a dual action: as "stand-alone" chemicals (e.g., combustibles or emulsifiers) and as signaling molecules that...

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