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Rachel Woods, Associate Professor, University of Nottingham; University of Lincoln

UNBELIEVABLE: Could a gut microbe influence muscle strength - The Untold Story

The millions of microbes living in your gut have far-reaching effects on health. New Africa/ Shutterstock

The trillions of microbes living in the human gut are increasingly recognised as important partners in human health. Scientists have linked the gut microbiome to several aspects of health, from metabolism and immunity to mental health.

A recent study suggests that these microbes may also influence an important aspect of fitness – muscle strength.

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