Microbiome November 2017 PMID 29178920

The gut mycobiome of the Human Microbiome Project healthy cohort.

Andrea K Nash, Thomas A Auchtung, Matthew C Wong, Daniel P Smith, Jonathan R Gesell, Matthew C Ross, Christopher J Stewart, Ginger A Metcalf, Donna M Muzny, Richard A Gibbs, Nadim J Ajami, Joseph F Petrosino

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Peak: 9 in Apr 2025
across 6 sources since Feb 2019

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions demonstrate a solid interest through mentions of specific fungi such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae, found in 92% of healthy microbiomes, with words like 'commoner' and 'prevalence' emphasizing familiarity and importance. The tone is factual and analytical, with some posts referencing genomic databases and variability over time, indicating thoughtful engagement rather than superficial reactions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the study, highlighting commonality of fungi like Saccharomyces in healthy individuals, indicating general support.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, with some referencing specific fungi and their prevalence, but overall focus remains on the study's findings rather than critical analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage with the material by mentioning genomic data, fungal variability, and implications for health, demonstrating a decent level of interaction.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion suggests recognition of the research's importance for understanding gut health, but the enthusiasm for transformative implications appears moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the human gut mycobiome (fungal component) in healthy individuals from the Human Microbiome Project, finding that fungal diversity is lower than bacterial diversity and mainly includes yeast genera like Saccharomyces, Malassezia, and Candida.
  • There was a lot of variability in fungal communities both between different people and within the same person over time, indicating that an individual's gut fungi change frequently and are not stable.
  • Sequencing methods confirmed that the mycobiome is less diverse than the bacterial microbiome and is dominated by specific yeasts, but unlike bacteria, individual fungal communities are highly variable and not consistent over time.]

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Yodeast
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Such a #gut #commoner, #Saccharomyces #cerevisiae is! ⭐️ As he is found in 92% of #healthy #humanGut microbiomes. https://t.co/ygTEk6bUo8

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Martin Jahn
@martintjahn · X

@CunrathOlivier this paper is mainly amplicon based but features a table with the top 10 most prevalent fungi found in metagenomic WGS sequences. You might be able to look up their genomes at NCBI https://t.co/a7Jkq7Upwz

Oct 18, 2021 · 1 like · 634 followers View post →
Jonathan Garcia
@jonagargar94 · X

The gut mycobiome of the Human Microbiome Project healthy cohort https://t.co/gdxwS6hytl

Feb 20, 2019 · 1 like · 22 followers View post →
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INSPIRED BY: "This Causes Inflammation, Disease & Weight Gain!" - Eat This Before It's Too Late | Dr. Gundry https://t.co/ux99A2mk4A [EXACT PROMPT as rant

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AISoulArt888 Formerly Dustin (withaD) PPDayZ e/acc
@AISoulArt888 · X

INSPIRED BY: "This Causes Inflammation, Disease & Weight Gain!" - Eat This Before It's Too Late | Dr. Gundry https://t.co/ux99A2mk4A [EXACT PROMPT as rant

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♥ Michellelynn♥
@m_michellelynn · X

"This Causes Inflammation, Disease & Weight Gain!" - Eat This Before It'... https://t.co/9Tp2QV4vHo via @YouTube

Apr 14, 2025 · 1,040 followers View post →
Martin Jahn
@martintjahn · X

@CunrathOlivier this paper is mainly amplicon based but features a table with the top 10 most prevalent fungi found in metagenomic WGS sequences. You might be able to look up their genomes at NCBI https://t.co/a7Jkq7Upwz

Oct 18, 2021 · 1 like · 634 followers View post →
Damir Baranašić
@CroBeaver · X

RT @yodeast: Such a #gut #commoner, #Saccharomyces #cerevisiae is! ⭐️ As he is found in 92% of #healthy #humanGut microbiomes. https://t.co…

Aug 20, 2021 · 1 share · 342 followers View post →
Yodeast
@yodeast · X

Such a #gut #commoner, #Saccharomyces #cerevisiae is! ⭐️ As he is found in 92% of #healthy #humanGut microbiomes. https://t.co/ygTEk6bUo8

Aug 20, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 37 followers View post →
Jonathan Garcia
@jonagargar94 · X

The gut mycobiome of the Human Microbiome Project healthy cohort https://t.co/gdxwS6hytl

Feb 20, 2019 · 1 like · 22 followers View post →