02/06/2025
With obesity rates impacting two out of every three Australians, the focus is turning to the gut microbiome for answers.
Research dating back to 2004 revealed the profound effect obesity has on the balance of gut bacteria, causing energy imbalances and changes in microbial diversity. Scientists have since pinpointed distinctive microbial shifts in obese individuals, like an increase in Bacillota (Firmicutes) and a decrease in Bacteroidetes. This new understanding suggests that microbiome-focused strategies might offer a novel solution to managing obesity in the years ahead.
Learn more about our teams work at www.mrc.unsw.edu.au
