Research digest: reshaping the gut microbiota

The human gut harbours a complex, diverse, and dynamic microbial community containing nearly 40 trillion bacteria. These microorganisms occupy a nutrient-rich environment and in return, make essential contributions to many aspects of human health, including immune function, metabolism, and neurobehaviours. Microbial diversity, and specific communities and strains, have been associated with risk of obesity, diabetes, and inflammatory bowel...