The Microbial World

Microbes are tiny organisms that live in and on our bodies. They help us by aiding in digestion, boosting our immune system, and producing essential vitamins and nutrients.

The largest populations of microbes in our body live in our digestive system, specifically our gut.

Our lifestyle and environment can affect our microbes by influencing the types and diversity of microbes that exist in our body. Factors such as diet, location, and occupation can impact the composition of our microbial communities.

<p>Some health conditions that may be linked to our microbes include obesity, food allergies, and autism. These conditions have shown an increase in prevalence in western populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>New genetic technologies are being used to study microbial life by providing a means to analyze and understand the genetic makeup of microbes. This allows researchers to explore the interactions between microbes and their hosts, and uncover potential links to various health conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>our digestive system, our gut</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>obesity, food allergies, autism</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>microbial life</p> Signup and view all the answers