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Tier 3 — Observational / field trialPeer-reviewed

Does soil contribute to the human gut microbiome?

Raaijmakers, J.M.; Mazzola, M.

2019

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Summary

Research article addressing Does soil contribute to the human gut microbiome? (Conceptual (global) scope). Describes approach and implications for (Conceptual pathways for soil-derived microbes influencing gut microbiota; measures: Synthesises evidence on plant- and soil-associated microbes as potential cont…). Relevant to microbiome & health decision-making, with UK notes:…

UK applicability

Useful for framing the soil–plant–gut axis in UK discussions on biodiversity and chronic disease, though direct causal evidence is still emerging.

Key measures

Synthesises evidence on plant- and soil-associated microbes as potential contributors to human microbiomes

Outcomes reported

Conceptual pathways for soil-derived microbes influencing gut microbiota

Theme
Microbiome & health
Subject
Soil health & biology
Study type
Research
Study design
Narrative review
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
Conceptual (global)
System type
Soil–plant–human microbiome continuum
DOI
10.3390/microorganisms7090287
Catalogue ID
XL0064

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