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Gut bacteria & fasting: meet the night crew - The Big IF Dailies

Oct 24, 2022
Discover how modern food delivery impacts our gut health and why reverting to our ancestors’ eating patterns could be beneficial. Learn about the fascinating relationship between gut bacteria and fasting, particularly the role of Acomantia munisphilia in gut repair. Explore how microbes influence digestion throughout the day and why personalized fasting schedules matter. Plus, find out how you can participate in a groundbreaking study on intermittent fasting and its effects on mood, energy, and hunger!
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INSIGHT

Fasting and Gut Bacteria

  • When you fast, a different set of bacteria become active in your gut.
  • These bacteria thrive on the "debris and rubbish" left behind after digestion.
INSIGHT

The Role of Acomantia Muciniphila

  • Acomantia muciniphila, a type of bacteria, consumes the mucus lining of the gut during fasting periods.
  • This "trimming" action promotes the regeneration of new gut cells.
ADVICE

Join the Big IF Study

  • Participate in the Big IF Study to determine the optimal fasting period for you.
  • The study seeks to personalize fasting regimes, recognizing individual differences.
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