Microbiome & Gut-Immune Interactions in Obesity & Metabolic Health | June Round | 178
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The Microbiome and Health: Fiber, Immunity, and Parenting
This chapter explores the critical connections between dietary fiber, the microbiome, and health outcomes, particularly regarding inflammation and type 1 diabetes. It highlights research at the University of Utah that examines how microbiota influences beta cell function and immune system development, especially with early-life interventions and antibiotic use. Personal anecdotes on parenting practices reveal the need for a balance between cleanliness and beneficial microbial exposure for optimal health development.
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