The Gut Microbiome That Helps You Live to Be 100

Researchers take a closer look at the bacteria—and viruses inside them—found in Japanese centenarians

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Researchers discovered a distinct gut microbiome in examining 195 centenarians from Japan and Sardinia that may unlock the secret to this segment of the population’s exceptional longevity, a new study published in Nature Microbiology says.

This research represents a significant leap forward in understanding the pivotal role played by the gut microbiome in safeguarding health and combating diseases.