In the last few decades diets have come in and out of fashion and different people propose different diets for different perceived real or unclear health benefits. But what does the science say?
The first 1-3 years of life is an important period for the development of our gut microbiota. During this critical time, gut microbiota development progresses from it being a relatively simple microbial community that is less rich and diverse, to a one that is high in richness and diversity.
The human gastrointestinal tract is the home for trillions of bacteria that are continuously shaped by different factors and amongst these factors is the particular dietary habit followed.
It’s believed that the status of our health in later life is associated with the first bacteria that colonize our gut.
From approximately three years of age, a child’s microbiota becomes relatively stable and continues to be so throughout their lifetime.
The Importance of the First 1000 Days of Life on Microbiota Development Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW Scientific evidence confirms that the early period of human life that begins at
Nutritionist Brittany Darling talks about her work with children.
Nutritionist Brittany Darling talks about the importance of parents understanding the impact of the microbiome on the health of their children.
Dr Steven Leach talks about the impact of the first 1 – 2 years on a baby’s lifetime microbiome
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