Understanding the Gut Microbiome

What primarily constitutes the gut microbiome?

• Bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protists

• Only bacteria

• Only viruses

• Bacteria and fungi only

What is one of the roles of the gut microbiome?

• Helping the immune system

• Causing diseases

• Producing harmful toxins

• Blocking nutrient absorption

How do the microbes in the gut microbiome assist us?

• They produce harmful substances

• They help digest food and provide nutrients

• They increase food cravings

• They decrease metabolism

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What effect can the gut microbiome have on mood?

• Has no effect on mood

• Causes emotional instability

• Can modulate mood

• Always worsens mood

Which of the following is not a component of the gut microbiome?

• Fungi

• Viruses

• Bacteria

• Plants

What is a beneficial practice mentioned for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome?

• Eating only processed foods

• Consuming high sugar diets

• Avoiding all bacteria

• Eating fermented foods

Select ALL the things you can do to have a healthy gut microbiome.

• less junk food

• regular exercise

• consistent sleep schedule

• keep stress levels to a minimum

The gut and the brain talk to each other. Some people even call the gut the second brain.

• True

• False

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What do you think you should stay away from for better gut health?

• Processed food

• Vegetables

• Water

• Natural sugars

Gut baacteria produce hormones like serotonin and GABA which affect our ---- and --------. (select two answers)

• mood

• emotions

• digestion

• stomach problems