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We tend to think of ourselves as highly independent creatures thatinteract with others in our environment. But some very interesting new researchputs another twist on our self image. As it turns out, the “lowly bacteria,”may turn out to have more “say” in who we are than we would like to believe.“Microbiome” is the new term used to describe the complex communities ofbacteria and other organisms which live in our bodies, and this new area ofresearch is revolutionizing the way we think of ourselves and our health. There is a “Human Microbiome Project,” sponsored by the NationalInstitute of Health that “aims to characterize the microbial communities foundat several different sites on the human body, including nasal passages, oralcavities, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urogenital tract, and to analyzethe role of these microbes in human health and disease.” We already know that “beneficial flora” in our digestive tract arevital to our health, assisting us in digestion, manufacturing vitamins, andprotecting our digestive system from the overgrowth of disease-causingorganisms. Research is now suggesting that their influence is more far reachingand may help determine our mental states, and even the development of ourbrains during infancy. GutBacteria “Talk” to Genes A recent study published in the periodical “Neurogastroenterologyand Motility,” studied the performance of mice that lacked gut bacteria andnormal mice. They found that the mice without bacteria engaged in higheranxiety and risk related behaviors than normal mice, and this behavior wasaccompanied by chemical changes in the brains of the mice. Bacteria colonizethe gut in the days following birth during a sensitive period of braindevelopment, and apparently influence behavior by inducing changes in theexpression of certain genes.This is a mind-bending finding! Gut bacteria “talk” to genes (theDNA present in every living organism), and can influence brain development,mental states, and behavior, at least in mice. We already know that there iscommunication between the “gut” and the brain in humans, as seratonin, one ofthe main brain chemicals that influences mood actually has its highestconcentration in our digestive tract. Learn more about digestive health bydownloading a complimentary wellnessguide.Another interesting twist found in research on mice suggests thatbacteria also influence the tendency to store fat and become obese. They foundthat certain strains of bacteria were found in high concentrations in the gutof obese mice, and different strains in mice that were thin. This raises thepossibility of developing probiotic supplements for humans that change thebacteria toward the variety associated with “thinness.” More research needs tobe done; however this is another clue that bacteria are very much a part of“us” and how we look, feel and think. WhatThis Means on a Practical Level Limitantibiotic use: Protect your gut bacteria by avoiding antibiotics unlessabsolutely necessary. Overuse of antibiotics has resulted in an epidemic ofchildren and adults who lack healthy gut bacteria. Prevent infection by healthydietary practices. If your children have repeated colds and ear infections,take them off of sugar, dairy and gluten. This will prevent a large percentageof infections! Breastfeeding helps your infant develop a good population ofhealthy gut bacteria and protects your infant against disease. If you are notable to breast feed, consider giving your infant appropriate probiotics thatare specific for infants. These are not the same as the adult variety, so donot substitute. Addcultured vegetables to your diet: Build your healthy gut bacteria byeating fermented foods such as unsweetened or homemade kefir, and raw culturedvegetables (not pasteurized). There are many resources online for instructionson making your own cultured vegetables, and you can find them at many healthfood stores. These foods contain healthy bacteria, so daily consumption canhelp you maintain your own healthy bacteria. You can also take a good probioticwhich contains multiple types of bacteria including Lactobacillus acidophilisand Bifidobacterium. For more information about the beneficial nutrients foundin vegetables and other whole foods, visit www.dreliaz.org/health-solutions/dr-eliaz-recommends/diet-nutrition/general. Avoidprocessed foods: Avoid diet and lifestyle factors that damage healthy bacteria,such as overconsumption of sugar and white flour products, and overuse ofalcohol, caffeine and tobacco. Use organic and unprocessed foods wheneverpossible to avoid chemical additives and pesticides. Is it time to place a “crown” upon the “heads” of the lowlybacteria? We certainly cannot live without them, and they in turn cannot livewithout us. It is clearer now than ever before that we are indeed a co-operativecommunity. Be sure to engage in these simple practices to keep yourself and“your” bacteria happy and healthy. For more valuable health information, visit www.dreliaz.org.