WHAT IS LIFE? A GUIDE TO BIO 3E+LAUNCHPA
WHAT IS LIFE? A GUIDE TO BIO 3E+LAUNCHPA
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Author: PHELAN
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
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The bacteria that live in our gut serve many purposes such as aiding in the digestion of certain materials, and synthesis of vitamins, which are absorbed into the bloodstream. A healthy gut flora is important for gut health.

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