Lack of Key Gut Bacteria in U.S. Infants Tied to Increased Asthma and Allergies
TL;DR
A study finds that nearly 25% of U.S. infants lack sufficient beneficial Bifidobacteria in their guts, which is linked to increased risks of allergies, asthma, and other non-communicable diseases later in life, with higher deficiency rates observed in C-section births.
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