Although host-related factors are important for the formation of gut microbiota, environmental factors cannot be ignored
Y. Jung, D. Kerfahi, H. Q. Pham, H. Son, J. C. Ibal, M.-K. Park, Y.-J. Park, C. E. Park, S.-D. Choi, Y. Jo, M.-C. Kim, M. J. Kim, G. U. Kang, H. W. Jo, H. Yun, , J.-H. Shin
This study compares host-related factors and environmental factors in shaping gut microbiota using fecal samples from naval trainees and healthy individuals, finding host factors more influential.
bioRxiv · Feb 3, 2020 · PreprintMicrobiology