In the recent study “Global branches and local states of the human gut microbiome define associations with environmental and intrinsic factors” published in Nature Communications, researchers from Danone Research and the University of San Diego California examined approximately 35,000 fecal samples from diverse populations and locations, making it one of the most extensive investigations in this field.
The results provide valuable insights into the intricate organization of the human gut microbiome and emphasize the importance of structuring human gut microbiome data at both local and global levels. Such an approach enables a better understanding of not only how transitions might occur among states, but also the associations between the microbiome and health, diet, and lifestyle.
They can also establish a foundation for future personalized nutrition and therapeutics by leveraging an individual’s unique gut microbiome composition to ensure proper nutritional intervention to optimize health.
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