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The Naked Scientists Podcast

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Unpacking Senescent Cells and Gut Microbes

This chapter explores the role of senescent cells in obesity and metabolic diseases, discussing how their removal during weight loss could improve health outcomes. It also highlights groundbreaking research on gut microbes and their potential to detoxify harmful 'forever chemicals' linked to various health risks. Additionally, the chapter delves into the interactions between gut bacteria and these chemicals, emphasizing the need for ongoing research to fully understand their protective mechanisms.

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