

600: Microbiologist Dispels the Myths About Gut Health & the Microbiome | Kiran Krishnan
18 snips May 14, 2024
Research microbiologist Kiran Krishnan discusses the importance of gut microbiome diversity for health, the impact of modern diets on gut health, revitalizing soil for food safety, the role of protein in gut health, the effects of keto and carnivore diets on microbiome diversity, benefits and misconceptions of probiotics, and the importance of specific probiotic strains for gut health.
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Importance of Microbiome Diversity
- High diversity in the gut microbiome is crucial for health and functionality.
- Diversity supports genetic capabilities, infection resistance, immune system tutoring, and nutrient assimilation.
Western Gut Microbiome Diversity Lacks
- Healthy Western guts have around 130 to 300 viable microbial species.
- Hunter-gatherer tribes have up to 1,000 species, showing modern microbiomes lack diversity.
Boost Microbiome Diversity Naturally
- Increase dietary diversity, practice intermittent fasting, engage with nature, have pets, and avoid over-sterilizing your home.
- Manage stress consistently to enhance and maintain gut microbiome diversity.