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Today is #WorldMicrobiomeDay and this year's theme is #FeedYourMicrobes! Here at the Quadram Institute we are investigating how food and gut microbes interact to promote health. Our research aims to increase healthy lifespans by: 🦠 Identifying patterns in the gut microbiome associated with plant-based foods, including microbes that might give resilience to food-borne pathogens 🧠 Learning how plant-based foods and food-induced changes in the gut microbiome affect human health beyond the gut, including understanding the gut-liver and gut-brain axis 🍽️ Evaluating the efficacy of food and microbiome interventions in improving long-term health including through proof-of-concept human studies. Discover more about our Food, Microbiome and Health research ➡️ https://buff.ly/3VAweE0

I recently attended an enriching virtual conference “Microbiome: Mastering the Market”, from June 25-27. I found the sessions incredibly insightful as someone deeply interested in the gut microbiome and gut-brain interaction. I learned how soil health relates to human health, the role of enzymes and probiotics, and how the gut-brain connection can lead to a healthier, longer life. The discussions also covered market trends, highlighting the growing understanding of how gut health impacts overall happiness and well-being. Additionally, there was valuable information on the benefits of fiber-bound polyphenols and their role in promoting gut health. And those were just a few of the many topics covered! It was an enriching three-day experience, and I'm eager to apply what I've learned and continue expanding my knowledge in this field ⭐. #naturallyinformed #microbiome

What does the smell of bleach have to do with your food and the health of the human microbiome? Learn what you should know about hidden VOCs and their impact on human health by reading my blog. https://lnkd.in/eDBHnwm #EnergyMattersLLC

WEEKLY ARTICLE announcement 😎 We like to inspire you with a new weekly article about a relevant topic around health 👀 Written by Marilène Dortland, Master's student Food Technology Wageningen University and Project Lead at HFW our first topic is GUT HEALTH 🥬 The gut microbiome: A dynamic city! 🏙️ What exactly is the microbiome and what does it contribute to your health?    For a few years now, the gut microbiome has been under quite a bit of scrutiny and research. 📚 It is thought to affect your immune system, metabolic processes and even your brain and behavior. In addition, a healthy microbiome should also prevent the development of certain diseases such as Crohn's disease and diabetes. More on all of these later, but let's start with the question, “What exactly is the microbiome?❔ To explain the microbiome, we will use an example of a busy city. This city is not filled with people but with so-called microbes, which you could divide into bacteria, fungi and viruses. Your body has several of these cities, such as your skin and mouth, but we are going to talk about the gut.    In this city, each resident has their own job to do. Some help absorb nutrients while others help protect against substances we don't want in the city. Still others help train our immune system so they know when to jump in.   The development of our microbiome starts the moment we are born and continues to change throughout our lives. Factors that influence this include the diversity of our food and amount of plants in our diet, where we live, and things like stress 🥬🥗   Why keeping this system healthy is so important we will discuss next week! 👀   #health #plantbased #guthealth #sustainability

🌍 Happy World Microbiome Day! 🌱 Today, we celebrate the incredible community of microorganisms that live within and around us, playing a crucial role in our health and the environment. Microbiomes are found everywhere—from our gut and skin to the soil and oceans. They help digest food, boost our immune system, and even combat pollution. Over the month of June, we have covered how to select an appropriate probiotic, where to get prebiotics from, the synergistic effects of synbiotics, and what a postbiotic is and is not. We hope that this content has inspired you to become more in tune with how you can promote the health of your gut microbiome. More and more evidence points to how this is linked with various disease conditions. #WorldMicrobiomeDay #HealthyGut #SustainableLiving

🌍 Join me in celebrating World Microbiome Day, today, on June 27, and discover the fascinating world of microorganisms! Learn about the essential roles of microbiomes in maintaining environmental balance, sustaining food systems, and promoting human health. Let's increase microbiome literacy together and recognize the valuable contributions of microorganisms to our planet. 🌎 🦠 Explore more at worldmicrobiomeday.com. 🍄 #WorldMicrobiomeDay #Microbiomes #Environment #HealthForAll #Sustainability 🌱

In a recent webinar, Dr. Wendy Bedale and Dr. Andrew Milkowski discussed the science behind processed meats and health. Key points: · Inconsistent Definitions: "Processed meats" cover a wide range of foods, making general health risk claims difficult. · Correlation ≠ Causation: Links between processed meats and health risks don’t prove harm without further evidence. · Complex Factors: Diet, cooking methods, and genetics all influence cancer risks, making it hard to assess the true impact. Watch the full webinar for more insights here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gQrzzD_U

https://lnkd.in/ePEPtT3K Ultra processed foods form the majority of energy consumption within the UK and since their introduction, non-communicable diseases have increased… a coincidence? We aim to discuss this novel area of science and bring light to arguably the biggest factor that can impact our health, our diet.

Did you know that you're carrying around a bustling city of microbes right inside your belly? 🌍 The human gut microbiome, made up of around 100 trillion microbial cells, weighs about two to four pounds—that's like carrying a small chihuahua! 🐶 More incredibly, this microbiome has more inhabitants than there are people on Earth. Yes, you read that right! Each of us is walking around with a population larger than the entire global human population. 🌐🤩 The diversity in our gut is astounding, with thousands of different microbial species each playing their own unique role—from helping us digest our food to regulating our immune system and even protecting us against nasty pathogens. It's a whole world down there! Let's cherish and nurture our internal universe by eating a diverse range of nutritious foods to keep our tiny companions thriving. What's your go-to gut-friendly food? Drop a comment below! 🍏🥦 📚 Learn more about the amazing world within you and how it can help you supercharge your health in my latest book Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain 👉 https://bit.ly/3R4NorP 🧠 Uncover the science behind the gut-brain axis in my FREE webinar! Join now 👉 https://bit.ly/4evZioQ #HealYourGut #SaveYourBrain #gutmicrobiome #microbiomefacts #guthealth #brainhealth

💥 NEW BLOG💥 Most E. coli bacteria live peacefully in our intestines, aiding digestion and contributing to a healthy gut microbiome. Let’s look closer at these bacteria that get a bad rap but play a crucial role in our health. 📎 Read More Here: https://hubs.la/Q02lZp1z0 #FreshByte #FreshByteSoftware #EColi