Human microbiome and health: Disease, intervention, and regulation

Abstract

This paper explores the complicated connection between human health and microbiome, with a particular emphasis on the symbiotic relationships that exist between bacteria and the human body. The human microbiome, which is comprised of up of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms, is essential for many body processes, which include digestion, immunological response, metabolism, and even mental health. However, our understanding of these complex relationships remains rudimentary, with existing research facing limitations in sample sizes, research depth, and longitudinal studies. The essay further explores the modulation and intervention of the microbiome, discussing dietary interventions and Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) as promising strategies for microbiome therapy. Despite the challenges and limitations in current research, the study of the human microbiome and its impact on health represents a frontier in medical science, with the potential to revolutionize our approach to health and disease