There is a guide to the surprising source of good health.

Good health can be attributed to genetics and lifestyle. That is part of the story. Our gutbacteria set the dial on our bodies. Our gutbacteria, or microbiota, can be influenced to improve our health.

In. The good gut. The trillions of microbes that reside in our gastrointestinal tract help define us, affecting everything from our immune response to our weight, allergic reactions, aging and emotions.

This is important news. The recent change in our gut microbiota is linked to the increase in Obesity. The prevalence of western diseases such as cancer, diabetes, allergies, asthma, and inflammatory bowel diseases can be traced back to the presence of our intestinal microbiota. The health consequences of a mass extinction of gutbacteria are dire.

What can we do to keep our microbiota off the list? How can we strengthen our community so that we can improve our own health?

As you age, your prescription for gut health changes. The good gut. A menu plan and recipes are included in the new plan for health. Drs. Sonnenburg look at safe alternatives to antibiotics, diet and lifestyle choices, and the management of the aging microbiota.

There is a bonus PDF with recipes.

The accompanying PDF will be included in your audiobook library when you purchase this title.