Researchers analyzed DNA in fecal samples collected from 47 colorectal cancer patients and 94 people without the disease to determine the level of diversity of their gut bacteria. Study authors led by Jiyoung Ahn, at the New York University School of Medicine, concluded that decreased bacterial diversity in the gut was associated with colorectal cancer. Read more here.
Study mentioned: Ahn J, et al. Human Gut Microbiome and Risk of Colorectal Cancer. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2013 Dec 6. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 24316595
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