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Obesity and the gut microbiome are linked through their shared role in chronic inflammation, where dysbiosis and obesity act as primary drivers [1]. Furthermore, research explores how dietary interventions targeting the gut microbiota can help manage obesity [2], and the resulting inflammation is specifically associated with gastrointestinal cancer risks [3].
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What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation is primarily caused by environmental factors, including daily life habits and toxin exposure, such as low physical activity, chronic stress, obesity (BMI of 30 or higher, particularly visceral fat), gut microbiome imbalance (dysbiosis), consumption of inflammatory foods (high trans fat or salt), disrupted sleep and circadian rhythm, exposure to toxins (hazardous waste, industrial chemicals), tobacco use, and excessive alcohol consumption.
Chronic inflammation in the etiology of disease across the life span nature.com 1 fact
referenceGut microbiota-mediated inflammation in obesity is linked to gastrointestinal cancer, as discussed in a 2018 review in Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology.
History of modern nutrition science—implications for current ... bmj.com 1 fact
claimEmerging research priorities in nutrition science include determining optimal dietary composition to reduce obesity, studying interactions between prebiotics, probiotics, fermented foods, and gut microbiota, analyzing the effects of specific bioactives like fatty acids and flavonoids, advancing personalized nutrition, and investigating the influence of place and social status on health disparities.