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Going Outside Can Change Our Hormones and Improve Microbiome Diversity

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The Hidden Influence of Environment on Gut Microbiome Diversity

This chapter examines how our environment significantly affects the diversity of our gut microbiome, revealing that up to 93% of it is shaped by external factors rather than genetics. Through a study of Finnish children, it underscores the benefits of playing in soil and interacting with nature as vital components for promoting a healthy gut.

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