The Extinction Happening Inside You

The video discusses the near extinction of bald eagles due to habitat destruction and poisoning, drawing parallels to the current decline of beneficial gut microbes caused by modern diets and antibiotic overuse. It highlights the successful recovery efforts for bald eagles and suggests similar strategies for restoring gut health, such as increasing dietary fiber, using probiotics, and reducing unnecessary antibiotic use.

What factors contributed to the near extinction of the bald eagle in the 1960s?

How does the current state of our diets affect the microbes in our guts?

What parallels can be drawn between the overuse of DDT and antibiotics?

What measures can be taken to protect our gut microbiome?

In what ways can we ensure that our gut bacteria do not 'leave an empty nest'?