TED-Ed: You are your microbes - Jessica Green and Karen Guillemin

The video explores the diverse microbial communities inhabiting the human body, focusing on the gut. It explains the roles of different microbes in digestion and energy extraction, highlighting how genetic makeup, diet, and lifestyle influence microbial diversity. The video discusses the health implications of microbial variety, noting that a lack of diversity can be linked to diseases. It concludes by emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between humans and microbes, suggesting that a varied diet can support a healthy microbial ecosystem.

In what ways can lifestyle changes impact our gut microbial ecosystems?

Why is it important to understand the relationship between our bodies and the microbes that inhabit them?