In the gut microbiome, the “good” bacteria do more than just help with digestion. They help keep your “bad” bacteria in check. They multiply so often that the unhealthy kind don't have space to grow. When you have a healthy balance of bacteria in your gut, it’s called equilibrium...
100 Trillion Bacteria in Your Gut: Learn How to Keep the Good KindThereBy Dr. Joseph Mercolawith Rachael DroegeYou probably don't think about your gut very often but this may makeyou start--the bacteria in your bowels outnumber the cells in yourbody by a factor of 10 to o...
New research reveals a cellular mechanism by which good bacteria can help the gut stay healthy. The study, which appears in the journalImmunity, shows that good bacteria, or the microbiota, interact with both the epithelial cells lining the gut and cells of the immune system to help balance t...
The lives of the bacteria in our gut are intimately entwined with our immune, endocrine and nervous systems. The relationship goes both ways: the microbiome influences the function of these systems, which in turn alter the activity and composition of the bacterial community. We are starting to u...
These two-part series on the Gut was amazing! Thanks Andrew! Sharing my notes. I posted this on Medium as well for your convenience (easier to read) You can find the links in my profile. What is the Gut Microbiome Is the collective genomes of the microbes (composed of bacteria, bacterio...
1) Lend your gut a hand by feeding your body whole, plant-based, nutrient-dense foods. 2) Consistently practice a healthy lifestyle (less stress, exercise, less exposure to environmental toxins, proper rest) that supports the good gut bacteria and keeps the harmful bacteria under control. ...
This leads to a lot of really bad health issues, impacting your entire body. Imbalanced Gut Bacteria Can Make You Feel Foggy Have you ever just felt off? You can’t necessarily explain why, but you leave your car keys in the refrigerator and forget what you’re doing as you’re doing ...
Lacto fermented vegetables contain probiotics full of all kinds of friendly bacteria that help us maintain a healthy gut and overall health.
A healthy gut microbiome has a rich diversity of several types of bacteria1. This permits better digestion of a wide array of foods, which helps to prevent digestive problems and food intolerances. Additionally, improving gut healthpromotes a good immune system2and helps to fight off infection. ...
Once your body has patched up the leaks in the gut, you need to help it grow a healthy layer of good bacteria — flora that help protect the GI tract and assist with digestion. These beneficial bacteria strengthen your immune system, improve metabolism, help your body make vitamins, and ai...