The Microbiome and Obesity (IMAGE)

University of Utah Health

The Microbiome and Obesity

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A beneficial class of bacteria, called Clostridia, prevents mice with a compromised immune system from becoming obese.

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Charlie Ehlert, University of Utah Health

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