Humans are only walking digestive tracts. From an evolutionary perspective, all other organs originated from a primitive gut and have only one purpose: to serve it.
(credits to /u/susieq0044@sh.itjust.works who phrased it so well in this post, even though i had the thought already years ago)
As a microbiologist, I’ve always said we’re spaceships for bacteria. This is almost the same thing as your shower thought since our digestive system is critically dependent on the microbiome to function
Yes, slightly more bacterial cells than human cells. I imagine some people are more alien microbe than others, though.
The microbiome changes daily based on the day’s diet, so we’re all quite unique from this perspective. It’s also more than just bacteria as there’s also fungi, archae, and even some bacteriophages (viruses that infect specific bacteria) present!
not acknowledging the higher functions of humans as part of evolution and what we are is a tad psychopathic though no?
Since I study microbiology, my comment was centered on this topic. Additionally, not acknowledging something isn’t the same as rejecting it. Nonetheless, since the microbiome regulates a person’s energy level, depression, and food cravings, it naturally causes changes in perspective and ability. Meaning you’ll have trouble functioning at a basic level, let alone a higher level, if you don’t take care of your microbiome. Since having an area of expertise is apparently psychotic, maybe try adjusting your diet to help improve this odd perspective, or just be sure to stay far away from any research facilities.