The Impact of Environmental Alterations on Human Microbiota and Infectious Diseases
Published on August 25, 2023
Environmental alterations associated with climate change have also been proved to influence microbial communities within the human body. This diverse community that colonize us has demonstrated importance on the function of the immune system, food digestion, development of chronic diseases and modulation of brain functioning. It is being affected by elements such as antibiotic use, heavy metals, micro-plastics, organic pollutants, pesticides and food additives. Through all these mechanisms, among yet so many others, climate change is affecting human health.