Secrets of the microbiome: the gut
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The Impact of Gut Microbiome on Sex Hormones and Dating Lives
The gut microbiome can impact our hormones and sex hormones, which in turn can influence our dating lives. The microbiome affects things like acne development, body odor, and pheromones, as well as how our sex hormones work, potentially impacting our sex lives. Sex acts as an evolutionary way to transfer and optimize the microbiome between individuals, such as through the transfer of bacteria during kissing. Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is advised for overall well-being.
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