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Unraveling the Microbiome: Genetics and Health
This chapter explores the speaker's journey through medicine, from medical school to rheumatology, while spotlighting the Twins UK project and its insights into genetic and environmental disease factors. It examines the shift in scientific understanding regarding the role of the microbiome in health, highlighting how individual differences in microbial communities can influence health outcomes despite shared genetics. By challenging traditional beliefs about the gut's role in immunity and health, the chapter underscores the importance of microbes in maintaining overall well-being.