‘Unhealthy’ Microbiomes Could Promote Metabolic Disease

Boy could we write this book or what?!? Raise your hand if you understand all too well how an unhealthy microbiome can wreak havoc on health. Understanding the microbiome is a large part of an autism treatment protocol but research is also finding that it is critical for many other health conditions as well. This latest studyfocuses on metabolic disease. So once you begin understanding the impact it has on health, what can you do about it?

One of the most useful tools to get started is a urine test from The Great Plains Laboratory called the Organic Acids Test (OAT). It is very simple to do, even for children who are not yet potty trained. Once you know what you are dealing with then you can work with your physician or practitioner on a plan of action.

If gut dysbiosis is an issue, there are many products that can help. This articlefrom Jessica Bonovich is very helpful in addressing yeast and bacteria with probiotics. We carry products referenced in this article, including LactoPrime. To see our full line of probiotics, click here.

Microbiome diversity is important for a variety of reasons and really science is still catching up with all of the ways it impacts us. But we know there are things that can be done to support microbiome diversity and thereby health.