Abstract:Iron is an essential trace mineral required for growth, metabolism, and immune response. Dysregulation of iron homeostasis is linked with the development and progression of various diseases. Iron accumulation is associated with inflammatory diseases and cancer, while iron deficiency leads to the growth retardation. Several studies have suggested that iron imbalance results in alteration of gut microbiota, leading to the disruption of microbial diversity, the increase of pathogen abundance, and the induction of… Show more
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