What is known about microbiome
The microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms that live in and on the human body, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes. These microorganisms can be found in various parts of the body, including the skin, mouth, lungs, and most prominently, the gut. The gut microbiome, which is the most extensively studied microbiome, is known to play a significant role in digestion and the immune system. The microbiome is influenced by various factors, including genetics, diet, age, and environment, and can affect the host's susceptibility to infectious diseases and a range of health conditions.
The microbiome has emerged as a promising avenue for improving health outcomes and developing innovative solutions to complex health problems. The diversity and complexity of the microbiome provide a vast and largely untapped source of potential therapies and preventative measures. Researchers are exploring ways to leverage the microbiome to augment treatments for almost any disease.
In essence, it sounds like a highly potentially important thing, but in reality, no one really knows all the wiring of how the microbiome really works.
We are here to gradually build foundations to understand that by starting with IBD personalization and expanding the correlations to other diseases
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