The Gut Microbiome: Exploring the Connection between Microbes, Diet, and Health

Most people know that the digestive tract contains billions of helpful gut bacteria, but what exactly do these bacteria do, and what are the negative effects when these microorganisms are harmed by our diet and lifestyle choices? What impacts might they have on conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), obesity, and autism?

The gut microbiome is known as "the forgotten organ" because it is not identified as part of the human body per se, yet it has an immense influence on many system...