The microbiome is the community of microorganisms (such as fungi, bacteria and viruses) that exists in a particular environment. In humans, the term is often used to describe the microorganisms that live in or on a particular part of the body, such as the skin or gastrointestinal tract.
Your 'gut microbiome' is made up of the trillions of microorganisms and their genetic material that live in your intestinal tract. These microorganisms, mainly comprising bacteria, are involved in functions critical to your health and wellbeing.
What are the 3 types of gut microbes?
1.Bacteriome
2.Mycobiome
3.Virome
These 3 together represent, respectively, the assemblages of bacteria, viruses and fungi, living in the human gut. You can test the strength of your gut microbiome by microbiome tests - whether done in a doctor's office or at home - are conducted via a stool sample.
6 Signs of an Imbalanced Microbiome
1.Digestive Discomfort
Constipation, bloating, gas, stomach cramps, acid reflux, or heartburn happen. But, they are symptomatic of an unbalanced gut. A healthy digestive system will have less trouble processing food and getting rid of waste.
2.Unexpected Weight Change
Your microbiome may also impact the production of hunger hormones, such as ghrelin, which control if you feel hungry or full. An unhealthy gut microbiome can increase inflammatory markers, which may lead to unexpected weight gain or loss.
3.Constant Fatigue
Research indicates that an imbalance in gut bacteria may be linked to fragmented sleep and short sleep duration, which may lead to chronic fatigue. While the cause remains unclear , it appears to be connected to inflammation, metabolic function, and mental health.
4.Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Dysbiosis in the gut microbiome is associated with an altered immune response, promoting the development of skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne vulgaris, dandruff, and even skin cancer.
5.Food Intolerances/Allergies
If protective microbes are missing, the gut barrier weakens, allowing food proteins to seep into the bloodstream and potentially trigger allergic responses.
6.Mood Changes
Stress-induced changes to the microbiome may in turn affect the brain and behavior. A few studies suggest that defensive molecules the gut produced during infection, called inflammatory cytokines, disrupt brain neurochemistry and make people more vulnerable to anxiety and depression.
How To Strengthen Your Microbiome
// Make sure to eat your vegetables
// Cut out sugar and avoid processed food
// Avoid Antibiotics
// Fermented Foods are gut-friendly
// Try to cut back on the red meat
// It's past your bedtime
// Stock up on dietary sources of prebiotic
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