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Rising Food Allergy Epidemic
- Food allergies have increased dramatically in the US, affecting nearly two children per classroom.
- This rise over a generation suggests a real environmental or biological cause, not just improved detection.
Gut Microbiome's Broad Impact
- The gut microbiome influences much more than digestion, extending effects even to brain functions.
- It can impact emotions like anxiety and sadness via the gut-brain axis.
Microbiome Diversity and Chronic Disease
- Chronic diseases like food allergies, obesity, and autism are linked to reduced microbial diversity in the gut.
- Many modern diseases may result from a loss of microbiome variety.