The Secret Life of Your Microbiome: Why Nature and Biodiversity are Essential to Health and Happiness

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Product Description Immerse Yourself in Nature and Nourish Your Microbiome for Optimal Health For too long our bodies have been viewed as capsules, sealed off and protected from 'bugs' by our immune systems and an arsenal of antibiotics, pesticides, processed foods, and antibacterial soaps. The more insulated from nature, the better. The Secret Life of Your Microbiome shatters this deeply held myth, presenting a revolutionary new paradigm, backed by vast science; we're deeply connected to the biodiversity of nature through our microbiomes, the rich microbial ecosystem of our guts and skin, and this connection is essential to health and happiness. From sugar-rich diets wiping out good gut bacteria and exacerbating depression, to microbes mediating phytonutrient absorption in the brain, to inflammation and cancer, the influence of biodiversity on our bodies is everywhere. The great communicator is our immune system, a 'mobile brain' that interacts with micro-organisms in and around us with profound health consequences. Written with pace, clarity, and humor by world-renowned scientists in immunology, nutrition, and environmental health, The Secret Life of Your Microbiome makes the irrefutable case that health and happiness depends fundamentally on the health of biodiversity, and shows how we can nurture this nature. Dr. Susan L. Prescott, MD, PhD is an internationally acclaimed immunologist and pediatrician. She has authored 250 scientific papers and The Allergy Epidemic , The Calling , and Origins . Dr. Alan C. Logan ND is a naturopathic doctor and researcher, a trusted media commentator, and co-author of Your Brain on Nature and The Clear Skin Diet . He and Prescott live in New York and Perth, Australia. Review " Secret Life is a deep dive in the relationships between human health and disease, the unseen microbial world and biodiversity — the essential determinants of all life. Although thoroughly scientific and easy to read, this book is one of its kind and a revelation for many. It will guide us to understand the health risks of cultural evolution, changes that may affect our survival and options for good life. Highly recommended! " — Tari Haahtela, professor of medicine, University of Helsinki, Finland "Brilliant read, a fascinating understanding of dysbiosis and encouraging all of us to look after our microbiome." — Professor Desiree Silva, pediatrician " The Secret Life of your Microbiome skillfully repackages the intense science validating the fundamental role that our gut organisms play in virtually every aspect of our health. Not only do Drs. Prescott and Logan make this foundational information available to everyone, but in addition, Secret Life enables the reader to leverage these empowering discoveries and implement truly life-changing lifestyle modifications that will undoubtedly change their health destiny." — David Perlmutter, MD, author, #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain and Brain Maker "In our age of information overload, reading and reflection are rare. With over 30,000 books published on related topics in the past ten years, I recommend strongly that you first read The Secret Life of your Microbiome . This book interprets our survival in the world, the immune system as our ambassador and negotiator in embracing the world (which we are not doing very well), and how we should engage holistically in attitude and action to thrive in our world." — Professor John Hearn, Executive Director, The Worldwide Universities Network "Drs. Prescott and Logan provide an alternative approach as they highlight the relationships between all life and human lifestyle in the biosphere....written for the interested lay reader but an excellent starter for those of us in the health professions that realise there is a growing need to explore alternative visions and approaches to health and wellbeing. I really enjoyed this book!" — Julian Crane, MD, Research Professor, Depa