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Experts are interested in how microorganisms in the gut impact heart health.

A recent study has identified possible bacterial species associated with coronary artery disease, as well as critical metabolic pathways, metabolic products, genes, and functional differences of specific bacteria.

This research could pave the way towards using gut-related strategies to address coronary artery disease.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , coronary artery disease is a common type of heart disease that involves plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries.

Research is ongoing about the possible factors involved, including how the microorganisms in the gut may play a role.

A study recently published in mSystems examined stool samples from healt

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