2013年2月1日 星期五

Gut microbiota and homeostasis and health


Gut microbiota and homeostasis and health

The gut microbiota has profound effects on the health and wellness of the host.

The human intestine is lined by epithelial cells that process nutrients and provide the first line of defense against food antigens and pathogens. Approximately one-sixth of intestinal epithelial cells are shed (exfoliated) daily.

This corresponds to the daily exfoliation of 108 to 1010 cells.

 

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