Human Microbiome FAQ
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Updated 2 months ago
Frequently asked questions on the microbiome.
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Is dirt good for your microbiome? Will eating dirt improve gut health? Hygiene Hypothesis debunking
Human Microbiomehttps://humanmicrobiome.info/faq/#is-dirt-good-for-your-microbiome According to the Hygiene Hypothesis, exposure to germs is necessary to train and strengthen our immune system right? This notion is widespread, both on social media and in books written by microbiologists and doctors. But it has largely been debunked. * Wiki: https://humanmicrobiome.info/ * Forum: https://forum.humanmicrobiome.info/24 views 1 comment -
Are prebiotics better than probiotics? | Human Microbiome FAQ
Human Microbiomehttps://humanmicrobiome.info/faq/#prebiotics-vs-probiotics Some people say probiotics generally don't colonize the gut and thus prebiotics are better. Is this true? * Wiki: https://humanmicrobiome.info/ * Forum: https://forum.humanmicrobiome.info/57 views 1 comment -
Should I do autologous FMT (aFMT) to restore my microbiome after I take antibiotics?
Human Microbiomehttps://humanmicrobiome.info/faq/#what-about-autologous-fmt Autologous FMT uses your own stool instead of a donor's stool. Here are several key factors to consider before choosing autologous FMT. * Wiki: https://humanmicrobiome.info/ * Forum: https://forum.humanmicrobiome.info/24 views -
Is it die off? A Herxheimer reaction? Keto flu? | Microbiome FAQ
Human Microbiomehttps://humanmicrobiome.info/faq/#is-it-die-off-a-herx-reaction-keto-flu If I get bad side effects after eating something good it must be due to die-off right? This may be one of the most harmful notions that still gets widely spread. It often causes people to continue taking something that is only harming them. It is often used by providers of advice or products to avoid blame for the harm from the advice or product they sold you. * Wiki: https://humanmicrobiome.info/ * Forum: https://forum.humanmicrobiome.info/30 views