Long-term low-dose As, Pb, and Cd exposure via drinking water affects body weight gain of male mice via altering gut microbiota and inducing intestinal inflammation

Arsenic (As), lead (Pb), and cadmium (Cd) exposure may induce chronic intoxication to human health, and affect gut microbiota at high doses. However, little is known regarding how long-term low-dose exposure affects human gut microbial composition.