Household disinfectants could be linked to child obesity

Household disinfectants could be linked to child obesity

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a study linking household disinfectants to childhood obesity by affecting gut bacteria. Researchers analyzed stool samples from 757 infants and found that those exposed to antimicrobial disinfectants had higher levels of Lachnospiraceae bacteria, associated with increased body fat. The study did not find this association with eco-friendly cleaners. This suggests a potential link between disinfectant use and being overweight.

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What did the study suggest about eco-friendly cleaners in relation to gut bacteria?

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What was the relationship between the frequency of disinfectant use and the likelihood of being overweight in children?

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