We’ve all heard that the human microbiome is critical for wellness. Among its many jobs, the gut microbiome helps digest your food, make nutrients, and ensure proper immune function. Both the type and quantity of microbes contribute to the overall health of your microbiome.
For example, loss of microbial diversity plays a key role in the formation of diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and rheumatoid arthritis. Consequently, in an attempt to replenish and rebalance the gut microbiome, many of us regularly consume probiotics contained in foods, such as yogurt or kefir, or purchase probiotic supplements.
