Your gut contains many different bacteria, which are part of your microbiome, a collection of over 100 trillion microbes.These bacteria all work together to help your body do the following:

  • Break down nutrients
  • Break down medications
  • Protect against disease-causing germs
  • Keep your gut lining healthy
  • Influence your immune system‌

Dysbiosis happens when the bacteria in your gut become unbalanced. This can cause digestive problems like irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease, along with allergies and even brain disorders.

But the way bacteria affect your weight is still not fully understood. One study done on sets of twins found that those who were obese had less diversity of gut bacteria compared to those who were lean.

Other studies have discovered that certain bacteria strains may slow down weight gain. Some strains can reduce waist size, while others may help with weight loss. However, some researchers have not been able to find any connection between bacteria and weight.

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