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“The gut microbiota, composed of the community of bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses that live in the human intestine, influences human health, aging, and disease.”

“Chronic inflammation (originating from the gut and other cells in the body), higher IGF-1, glucose, and insulin levels have all been identified to play a role in the obesity-cancer link. If you are one of the 69% of U.S. adults that are overweight/obese...”

“A special slow-release formulation of activated charcoal can protect the gut microbiome from the harmful effects of antibiotics while still allowing the antibiotic to make its way to the bloodstream where it can fight infection (small clinical study).”

“(Note: if you are looking to experiment with beetroot supplements, be aware of beeturia—a harmless condition where the urine turns red or pink after eating beets or beetroot-colored foods). Recovery Supplements Glutamine Dr. Galpin uses glutamine primarily for immune support, gut health, and recovery, rather than for muscle building.”

“Fiber supports gut health by reducing gut transit time, which lowers the risk of conditions like diverticulitis and colorectal cancer. Fiber fuels the gut microbiome, producing short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, which benefit metabolic health.”

“They placed 100 obese children and teens between the ages of six and 18 years on a reduced calorie diet and then randomly assigned them to receive either a Bifidobacteria probiotic or a placebo. The authors measured the effects of the probiotic supplement in terms of body weight, metabolism, and gut microbial composition.”

“Learn how consuming fermented foods, such as kombucha, kefir, and others, increases gut microbial diversity and decreases inflammation in this clip from a live Q&A with Dr. Rhonda Patrick. Read full publication.”

“They also showed that serotonin depletion impairs vagal nerve activity, in turn reducing hippocampal activity and driving neurocognitive dysfunction. Giving the mice a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI, a drug that promotes serotonin uptake in the gut) improved their cognitive function.”

“Elevated ceramide levels are linked to a higher risk of atherosclerosis and adverse cardiac events. Urolithin A is a byproduct of gut microbial metabolism of ellagic acid, a bioactive compound found in pomegranates and walnuts.”

“This mismatch appears to increase hunger and alter brain connectivity in ways that vary depending on body weight. Artificial sweeteners also affect the gut microbiome. Learn more in this clip featuring Dr. Eran Elinav.”