Category: microbiome

colorectal cancer, gut microbiome, microbiome, oral micorbiome

The Effect of Antimicrobials on the Gut Microbiome

STOP DRINKING BLEACH! I believe that it is vitally important to consider the things that adversely affect our gut microbiome.  Most people give very little thought to consuming things that may partially or completely destroy our commensal bacteria.  We know that some antimicrobials adversely affect our gut microbiome, but not enough human research has been […]

climate change, colorectal cancer, diabetes, Endothelial Dysfunction, going vegan, gut microbiome, healthy eating, inflammation, microbiome, plant based diet, vegan nutrition

Vegetarian Dietary Patterns in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease

I recently attended the Plant Based Prevention of Disease (P-POD) virtual conference. Much of the information presented was what I was mostly familiar with as a plant-based nutrition science addict! I was pleased to listen to presentations on Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease by Dr. Dean and Dr. Ayesha Sherzai (a.k.a. ‘Team Sherzai’); Preventing Heart Disease with […]

gut microbiome, microbiome, oral micorbiome

Rebuilding Your Gut Microbiome After Antibiotics

I get this question often – “How long does it take to rebuild your gut microbiome after antibiotics?” While almost all gut bacteria will recover after exposure to antibiotics within perhaps 1.5 months (given an optimal diet – NOT the Standard American Diet – SAD). However, at 6 months the gut still lacks nine common […]

gut microbiome, microbiome, plant based diet, plant based recipe, vegan nutrition

The Role Of Fermented Foods In Human Health

Fermented foods have played a very important role in human health. Fermentation predates modern human history. Not only is fermentation good for the preservation of foodstuffs, but is also good for the commensal bacteria strains found in fermented foods. Modern Refrigeration Modern Refrigeration has only been around for 100 years. 1854 was the beginning of […]

colorectal cancer, gut microbiome, microbiome, processed meat, TMAO

Young Adults Are Dying Of Colon Cancer – How NOT To Be One Of Them!

Last week several news sources reported that young adults are getting colon cancer more frequently, and that an alarming number of the new cases are of advanced disease. This data was according to a new study published on July 22nd, 2019 in the United States. Medical News Today Stated: “A new study of recent trends […]

diet, microbiome, oral micorbiome, plant based diet

Dental Health and Diet – The Oral Microbiome

I have never had a cavity in my life! However, I did have inflamed and receding gums for many years which suddenly stopped after a major dietary change. My gums are now healthy and are no longer receding, bleeding, or inflamed. I was certain that this had to do with my oral microbome and diet […]