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      MICROBIOME

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      The Surprising Place Where You're Likely to Encounter Germs at the Airport

      The case for breaking out the hand sanitizer before reaching your boarding gate.

      Kirstin Fawcett

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      Can You Really Lose Weight by Pooping? It Depends on What You Eat

      Your poop can weigh up to 1 pound.

      Shaunacy Ferro

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      Why Fiber Is Good for Your Gut Health

      It all goes back to bacteria.

      Kate Horowitz



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      13 Surprising Facts About the Armpit

      It's not your sweat that stinks.

      Jordan Rosenfeld


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      Postbiotics May Prevent Diabetes in Obesity

      Bacteria's physiology could potentially be used to make all kinds of new drugs.

      Jordan Rosenfeld


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      The Poop of Young Fish Can Help Older Ones Live Longer

      The microbiome of youth could have anti-aging properties when transplanted into older individuals.

      Shaunacy Ferro


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      Study Links Depression With Gut Bacteria Imbalance

      Scientists hope to one day replace antidepressants with probiotics.

      Kate Horowitz
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