by Elio
Just for kicks, let’s count up recent papers that say the microbiome is a good thing and those that say otherwise.
Just count titles.
For instance:
Socially transmitted gut microbiota protect bumble bees against an intestinal parasite
Drosophila Microbiome Modulates Host Developmental and Metabolic Homeostasis via Insulin Signaling
Successful Transmission of a Retrovirus Depends on the Commensal Microbiota
Intestinal Microbiota Promote Enteric Virus Replication and Systemic Pathogenesis
So, right now, the score is 2 to 2. It will change soon.
Especially if you send us some to add to the list.