Israeli startup examines gut bacteria to devise a personalized diet

Can changing our gut bacteria change us? Dr Michael Mosley returns to Insight for a discussion with fellow experts and ordinary Australians about how the gut can play an integral role in our overall physical and mental health. We discover that improving the wellbeing of this unglamorous organ can have profound effects – whether you have existing gut issues or not.

By studying and analyzing your individual gut microbiome – the vast collection of bacteria that you host – Israeli startup DayTwo claims it can translate your unique gut bacteria into a personalized diet, potentially preventing diabetes and heart disease.

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