Your Gut Microbiome

It’s trying to tell you something

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It’s easy to take for granted the inner workings of your gut. What you eat, how often you eat and your ability to digest and eliminate food are critical for your health and wellbeing.

Your food preferences may not be entirely in your control. There is a tiny world inside you that controls your cravings, energy levels, mood and overall health. It may sound creepy, but it’s true! Inside your gut is a microbiome which contains trillions of microorganisms (mostly bacteria) and their genetic material. The health and happiness of this microbiome can have a significant influence on your health, your mood and frankly, your fate. Hippocrates sums it up:

All disease begins in the gut

Inflammation, bacterial overgrowth, poor nutrient absorption and toxic byproducts can flip a genetic switch from good health to poor health relatively quickly.

What to eat?

I won’t tell you what to eat. I won’t suggest you follow a certain diet. But there are five rules which you should follow.

1. Limit processed food.
2. Limit or avoid sugar.
3. Don’t overeat.
4. Chew your food well.
5. Make sure you ingest adequate fiber.