ZOE Science & Nutrition Recap: Simple steps to prevent allergies | Prof. Gideon Lack
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Aug 5, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, renowned expert Dr. Gideon Lack, who has revolutionized our understanding of allergy prevention, sheds light on the rising prevalence of allergies and the conflicting advice surrounding them. He shares his ‘lightbulb moment’ that changed the game in allergy research. The conversation dives into the impact of gut health on overall well-being and how dietary choices can protect against allergies from infancy. Listen in for potentially life-saving insights that may challenge everything you thought you knew about allergies.
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Microbes Shape Brain Development
- The gut microbiome profoundly influences brain development and function, as shown by studies with germ-free mice.
- These mice exhibit altered behavior and brain function, linking microbes to neurological health.
Microbiome-Gut-Brain Communication
- The microbiome-gut-brain axis is a complex communication network including the enteric nervous system and vagus nerve.
- Microbes are essential, evolutionary players, influencing brain behavior through gut signaling pathways.
Practical Microbiome Support Tips
- Enrich your diet with prebiotic fibers, fermented foods, polyphenols, and polyunsaturated fatty acids for a healthy microbiome.
- Avoid processed foods and artificial sweeteners; support microbiome health through sleep, exercise, and natural childbirth where possible.