The Gut Regulation Paradox: Why Your Microbiome Genus Now Needs EPA Approval Before It Can Metabolize Fat
JAMAICA — Scientists at the National Institutes of Health announced today that they’ve identified a specific genus in the mouse microbiome that aids weight loss, but before anyone can use this discovery to help patients shed pounds, the genus must first complete 14 environmental impact statements and obtain clearance from the EPA regarding its intended metabolic output.
“We were blown away by the data,” said Dr. Aris Thorne, lead researcher at NIH. “We found a new Methylobacterium strain that appears to metabolize stored triglycerides with 300 percent greater efficiency than existing gut flora. But before we publish, we need to ensure the bacteria doesn’t ‘pollute’ the digestive tract by reducing caloric intake.”