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Gut Biome Composition

Meaning

This term scientifically describes the specific inventory, relative abundance, and functional profile of the trillions of microorganisms, including diverse bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses, that densely inhabit the human gastrointestinal tract. A healthy, functional composition is characterized by high species diversity and a necessary predominance of beneficial, commensal microbial species, which is absolutely essential for maintaining host physiology and homeostasis. Clinically significant deviations from this optimal ecological balance, scientifically termed dysbiosis, are strongly associated with numerous local and systemic health issues and chronic conditions.