Effects of alcohol on gut microbiome in adolescent and adult MMTV-Wnt1 mice

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide, with alcohol consumption recognized as a significant risk factor. While epidemiological studies consistently show a positive correlation between alcohol consumption and increased breast cancer risk, the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Recent evidence suggests that the gut microbiome-the diverse collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, residing in the gastrointestinal tract-plays a pivotal...