Investigation of the Ecological Link between Recurrent Microbial Human Gut Communities and Physical Activity
Chiara Tarracchini, Federico Fontana, Gabriele Andrea Lugli, Leonardo Mancabelli, Giulia Alessandri, Francesca Turroni, Marco Ventura, Christian Milani
Abstract
Through metagenomic analyses, this work revealed that athletes have a gut-associated microbial community enriched in butyrate-producing species compared with non-athletes. This evidence can support the existence of a two-way association between the host's lifestyle and the gut microbiota composition, with potential intriguing athletic performance outcomes.
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Link (geometry)EcologyGeographyBiologyComputer scienceComputer networkDiet and metabolism studiesGut microbiota and healthEating Disorders and Behaviors