H for Health
The Revolution in Understanding Human Health
In the past few decades, the availability of new molecular research technologies has led to an explosion in our knowledge of a previously unexplored organ – the human gut microbiome. The discovery of the microbiome has changed how we see ourselves, very much like when we discovered that the Earth was not the center of the universe.
The Gut Microbiome and Its Importance in Human Health
The gut microbiome refers to the complex community of microorganisms that live within the large intestine, which is the last part of our gastrointestinal tract. It plays a vital role in human health. It directly influences every major body system including immunity, metabolism, hormonal balance, cognition and gene expression. Imbalances in the microbiome have been linked to a wide range of health problems.