“You might be aware of the fact that you are not quite alone in your body—you are also the home to trillions of bacteria and other microbes that make up what’s called the gut microbiome. These many microbes are crucial for countless aspects of our health, including our brain function, immune system, digestion, heart health, and metabolism. . .
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with taking a probiotic supplement, but they’re simply not necessary if you’re aiming to improve your gut health. Humans have been feeding their microbiomes practically since we began feeding ourselves; we just didn’t understand the immense benefits we were receiving.
Fermented foods have long been a staple of the human diet, as fermentation (the process of microorganisms like yeast or bacteria breaking down sugars in food and producing carbon dioxide, as well as either alcohol or acid) is a means of preserving perishable food. Fermented foods can provide even more benefit than an expensive probiotic supplement—plus, they’re delicious!”
Read more at Verily Magazine.
Madison Ayers Writes 