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
The gut microbiome may play a role in regulating the body's appetite, cognition and immune responses. nopparit/iStock via Getty Images PlusDiet-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...



