This mucus-loving gut bacteria is important for health – here’s how to keep it happy

This mucus-loving gut bacteria is important for health – here’s how to keep it happy

Source: The Conversation

Akkermansia muciniphila is a friendly bacteria which is linked to good immune function.

The microbial community living within our large intestine is a highly dense and complex ecosystem. While some of these microbes cause illness and disease (such as bacteria and viruses), others are friendlier to us and help keep us in good health.
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