Preparing your space
Preparing your space
Nutrition & Healing · ScienceDaily Staying Healthy · September 28, 2026
Spaceflight may dramatically change the gut within weeks, causing bacteria to break down more protein as food moves more slowly through the intestines. The shift could help explain astronaut constipation and may have wider effects on health, making it an important concern for future missions to Mars.
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