Does the Gut Microbiota Contribute to Obesity? Going beyond the Gut Feeling

Increasing evidence suggests that gut microbiota is an environmental factor that plays a crucial role in obesity. However, the aetiology of obesity is rather complex and depends on different factors. Furthermore, there is a lack of consensus about the exact role that this microbial community plays i...

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Main Authors: Marisol Aguirre, Koen Venema
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-04-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/3/2/213