Gut Microbiome Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mucus layer in our bodies most affected by?
A
The nervous system/vagus nerve
2
Q
What vitamins are processed/produced by gut bacteria?
A
K & B
3
Q
Do gut bacteria pay a role in gene expression?
A
Yes
4
Q
Do you need probiotics to be alive for them to be effective?
A
Not necessarily- because bacteria can share genes via horizontal gene transfer (ie. give genes to existing bacteria in the gut), restructuring of the gut population can occur with just the genetic material
5
Q
How many pathogenic bacteria identified vs commensal bacteria?
A
58 pathogenic vs. 500-1,000 in the human gut
