Gut Health: How Food Shapes the Microbiome.

The trillions of bacteria in our gut do more than digest food — they make key nutrients, train our immune system and help fight off harmful germs. And what we eat shapes the whole balance.

This quick TED-Ed lesson explains how our food affects our gut microbiome.

This video focuses on digestion, but newer research also links a diverse, healthy gut to healthy aging and longevity — with a high-fiber, plant-rich diet being one of the biggest factors.

Source: Source: TED-Ed | "How the food you eat affects your gut" | Lesson by Shilpa Ravella