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Gut microbiome study finds bacteria use reversible 'bet-hedging' to survive disruption
Researchers report that many gut bacteria switch into alternative epigenetic states that help populations survive antibiotics and diet shifts, offering a new explanation for microbiome resilience and inconsistent probi
Key Takeaways
- Researchers say gut bacteria can shift into alternative epigenetic states without changing DNA sequence.
- The mechanism may help microbiomes withstand antibiotics, illness and diet changes.
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