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9 ways we might soon be using bacteria to improve our health

Lydia RamseyJan 26, 2016, 02:29 IST

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In the near future, you might be headed to the doctor for a prescription of... bacteria.

Though bacteria carry the negative stigma of being associated with infections, not all bacteria are harmful - in fact, there are some instances when not having enough bacteria can actually cause problems.

Lately, scientists and health companies have been exploring how to improve the bacteria living all around us.

From tackling antibiotic resistance to treating acne, here are some of the ways people are hoping to use microbes to improve our bodies and our lives: