Directed evolution of the Drosophila microbiome improves intestinal health and extends lifespan
The gut microbiome and its bacterially derived metabolites are known to affect many aspects of the host organism's health, including metabolism, immune response, intestinal inflammation, oxidative stress, and even lifespan. Because pathological changes in the gut microbiome and these functions are associated with aging, many have hypothesized that we could protect against aging by generating…
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