Human Microbiome Basics

Bacteria in the body outnumber the cells of the human body itself

• True

• False

Which of the following is likely NOT found living on or in humans as part of a microbiome?

• bacteria

• fungi

• microscopic animals

• microscopic plants

Which of the following have been linked to the human microbiome? Choose ALL that apply!

• diabetes

• obesity

• digestive issues

• ability to swim

Antibacterial hand sanitizers wipe out which kinds of bacteria on your skin?

• Only bad!

• Only good!

• Both!

• They don't work, so no bacteria gets wiped out.

The increase in antibiotic use in the US has ______ the diversity of our microbimes.

• reduced

• increased

• bolstered

• strengthened

The microbes in a particular environment including the body or part of the body are called...

• Bacteria
• Viruses
• Microbiome
• Cooties

Microorganisms introduced into the body for their beneficial qualities are called...

• Prebiotics
• Probiotics
• Antibiotics
• Vitamins

Nondigestible food ingredients that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines are called...

• Prebiotics
• Probiotics
• Antibiotics
• Vitamins

How do the microbes in the intestinal tract benefit us?

• produce vitamins

• Breaks down undigestable foods to release nutrients

• Control metabolism and nutrient storage

• All of the above

Gut microbes teach the immune system to recognize and attack forign pathogens

• True

• False