Gut microbe prevents severe flu infections in mice: Research

Microbes that live in the gut don't just digest food. They also have far-reaching effects on the immune system. Now, a new study shows that a particular gut microbe can prevent severe flu infections in mice, likely by breaking down naturally occurring compounds - called flavonoids - commonly found in foods such as black tea, ["]

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