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Take this quiz to find out how much you know about the gut microbiome and the role it plays in overall health and well-being.Reviewed: July 19, 2022 Fact-CheckedEveryone's talking about gut health on social media. From #guttok to #ibstok videos, people are opening up about this taboo topic. Gut health is also gaining traction in research, as doctors, gastroenterologists, and nutritionists are learning more about how the gut influences other parts of the body. To begin your journey into the gut microbiome—which consists of trillions of bacteria, fungi, parasites, and other microbes living in our digestive tract—you might want to learn a few important facts about these organisms nestled deep inside us. For starters, the gut microbiome plays an important role in digestion and keeps the immune system healthy. Disturbances in the gut can contribute to diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, diabetes, obesity, and mental health disorders. But there are a number of ways that you can improve gut health, from eating certain foods to keeping stress at bay. Test your knowledge on the gut microbiome by taking this quiz. How Much Do You Know About the Gut Microbiome
The gut microbiome is all the rage these days. The organisms in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can influence a person's body, mind, and mood, according to research. So it’s important to make sure your gut environment is balanced and diverse. To get started improving your gut health, take this quiz to test your knowledge. By Suzy KatzMedically Reviewed by Ira Daniel Breite, MDReviewed: June 2, 2022Start QuizNEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter
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