New Understanding of How Gut Bacteria and Body Clocks Work Together

Circadian rhythms are influenced by the light/dark cycle, which regulates various biological processes.

• Circadian rhythms affect food intake and sleep/wake cycles in hosts.
• The gut microbiota composition and rhythms are influenced by sleep/wake cycles and food intake.
• Gut microbiota may impact the circadian rhythm through both direct and indirect interactions.
• There is evidence suggesting that gut microbiota regulates sleep/wake cycles via gut-brain-microbiota interactions.
• Gut microbiota may play a role in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, as well as in diabetes, hypertension, and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Fecal microbiota transplantation has potential therapeutic benefits, but there are risks associated with spreading intestinal pathogens.

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