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HEALTH● LOWAug 18 · Aug 18, 2026, 3:30 PM

Why do astronauts get constipated in space? Blood tests offer new clues

EuroNews [en]

Blood tests from 52 astronauts suggest that gut bacteria break down more protein during spaceflight. The findings may also be relevant for patients on Earth.

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