A recent study involving 684 Chinese adults has uncovered a significant connection between gut microbiota, aging, and bone health, particularly in relation to osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures.
The research, conducted by BGI Genomics’ Institute of Intelligent Medical Research (IIMR) and partner institutions, was published in npj | Metabolic Health and Disease, an open-access journal published by Nature Portfolio, earlier in May. The journal focuses on all aspects of metabolism, including basic mechanisms, metabolic diseases, and clinical studies related to diagnostics and interventions.
The study emphasized how gut bacteria may influence bone mineral density (BMD), offering insights into microbiota-based strategies for the prevention and treatment…