Bacteria are in, around and all over us. They thrive in almost every corner of the planet, from deep-sea hydrothermal vents to high up in the clouds, to the crevices of your ears, mouth, nose and gut.

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Fatty fish are among the most nutritious foods you can include in your diet, offering a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. Omega-3s, which the body ...

Scientists have discovered the strongest evidence yet that healthy vertebrates can have brain microbiomes. Samuel Velasco / Quanta Magazine The original version of this story appeared in Quanta ...