Introduction
Trillions of microbes live in your gut. This “microbiome” might just be the most powerful health ally you’ve never heard of.
What Is the Microbiome?
It includes bacteria, fungi, and other microbes that live in your digestive tract and impact digestion, immunity, and even mood.
How It Affects Health
Digests fiber and produces short-chain fatty acids
Protects against harmful microbes
Interacts with your immune system
May influence anxiety, depression, and cognition
How to Support a Healthy Microbiome
Eat a variety of plant-based foods
Include prebiotics (onion, garlic, oats, bananas)
Reduce ultra-processed foods
Consider probiotics (see next post!)