It was great to be able to get started immediately with sound nutritional and lifestyle advice, thanks to the facts revealed by the test and the recommendations tailored to my personal situation. If you are looking for concrete information about the state of your microbiome—along with clear tips on what you can do to improve it—I can highly recommend this organization.
The microbiome is a collection of microorganisms that live in different places in your body, for example on your skin, in your mouth, ears, intestines and even in our lungs. In general, they live on all surfaces that have direct contact with the outside world. The microbiota is the part of the microbiome that consists only of bacteria. These bacteria, also known as the microbiota, play a crucial role in your health and well-being. They are essential for:
- Healthy digestion of food, allowing your body to absorb nutrients efficiently
- Producing energy for your gut
- Creating essential substances like vitamins that your body can't produce on its own
- Regulating your immune system
- And much more...
(Read more in this article about symptoms and issues linked to an imbalanced microbiota)
While we can't cure all conditions and diseases through gut bacteria yet, we do know that balancing your microbiota can greatly contribute to your health.
