Alanna Collen
25 mar 2023
In this book the author talks about the new biological discovery of the positive (and necessary) impact of bacteria. They talk about autism, obesity, depression, and the correlation with gut health.
There are 9 bacteria per human gene in the human body.
The ratio between "good" and "bad" bacteria can have a fundamental impact on the way the brain operates.
We have to be careful when killing "bad" bacteria because we most likely will kill "good" bacteria, and that can have a profound impact. We have to be careful with antibiotics.
There's been cases where anxiety, depression and obesity has been successfully cured through bacteria transplant.
Taking care of your gut bacteria will affect how you process food, and thoughts.
In general it is an easy to read book about biology and microbes. It gives a broad insight into this world with various and diverse mundane examples. It is a refreshing perspective on common topics. If you are interested in science I would definitely recommend.