The human microbiome is the totality of all microorganisms living on and in us, also known as microbes. Most of these microorganisms by far are bacteria, but they also include archaea (primordial bacteria), yeasts and tiny algae. Viruses are often counted as microorganisms, although they do not have their own metabolism and cannot reproduce themselves. and cannot reproduce themselves. The majority of our subtenants are good spirits, but under certain conditions some are dangerous under certain conditions.
An illustrative infographic about the microbes on our bodies.
Published page In the National Geographic (german)
Microbiom main illustration
Bacteria in the stomach and intestines
Bacteria in the respiratory tract
Bacteria in the genitourinary tract
