Research on gut bacteria– the “micro-biome”– is exploding and lending new insights to mental and physical health. The increasing imbalance of intestinal bacteria is being linked to health problems from allergies, auto-imunity, obesity, anxiety and depression (drweil.com).  This new human study published in Psychopharmacology by Oxford neurobiologists shows how supporting healthy gut bacteria helps us feel less anxious. The Huffington Post article speaks about pre-biotics–foods that support heathy bacterial balance. We could think about everything we consume as a potential support for our mental and physical health. An anti-inflamatory diet–variety of fresh foods, lots of vegetables and fruit, omega-3 fats in olive oil and fatty fish–is a good start.  www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02012/anti-inflammatory-diet

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