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The Role of the Appendix in Our Body
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The appendix is not just a storehouse of bacteria but also a place for immune cells production in our body that may help in cases of foodborne illnesses. The appendix is believed to be a safe house for the good bacteria which is important for our body's health.

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The appendix is not just a vestigial organ, but it acts as a storehouse for good bacteria important for our microbiome and also produces immune cells.
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Appendix
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The appendix is not just a vestigial organ, but it acts as a storehouse for good bacteria important for our microbiome and also produces immune cells. It is suggested that the appendix plays a role in restoring the good bacteria lost during foodborne illnesses.

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The Role of the Appendix in Our Body
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