How fermented faeces could one day help in obesity treatment

Faecal transplants restore gut microbiome balance by using healthy donor material and are being explored for metabolic disorders such as obesity. Recent studies show that transplants from lean mice to obese mice may improve type 2 diabetes symptoms and cause weight loss. However, untreated faecal material poses risks. Researchers are developing safer methods, focusing on fermenting faeces to preserve beneficial bacteriophages while eliminating harmful viruses. Early results are promising, showing considerable improvements in blood glucose and liver health in obese mice.