Epidemiologists study gut microbiota through various methods, including:
1. Cohort Studies: Longitudinal studies that follow a group of people over time to observe changes in the gut microbiota and correlate them with health outcomes. 2. Case-Control Studies: Comparing the gut microbiota of individuals with a particular disease to those without. 3. Cross-Sectional Studies: Analyzing the gut microbiota at a single point in time to identify associations with current health status.
