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Rutgers study probiotics as defense against the coronavirus

Rutgers researcher discusses possible link between gut health and fighting COVID-19

07/02/2021

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Rutgers study probiotics as defense against the coronavirus

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Rutgers researcher discusses possible link between gut health and fighting COVID-19

Could bacteria naturally found in the intestinal tract be a way to fight the coronavirus? Rutgers University recently launched a clinical research study to test whether probiotics boost the body’s natural defense against the infection.

07/02/2021

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