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Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Infants are born into a sterile environment, and their microbiota begins to assemble immediately after birth, influenced by factors such as the mode of delivery (C-section vs. vaginal birth) and early interactions with caregivers and pets.

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How to Build, Maintain & Repair Gut Health | Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

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How to Build, Maintain & Repair Gut Health | Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

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Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

The early assembly of an infant's microbiota is dynamic and can be influenced by various factors, including whether they are breastfed or formula-fed, exposure to pets, and antibiotic use, which can all shape their microbial identity.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Infants born via C-section tend to have a gut microbiota that resembles human skin rather than the vaginal or stool microbiota of their mothers, highlighting the impact of delivery method on microbial colonization.

David Zeevi

08/22/18

@ Y Combinator

A high diversity of the microbiome is associated with a healthy host, suggesting that exposure to various environments, like letting children eat dirt or having pets, can contribute to a healthy microbiome.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Microbiomes tend to exist in stable states, making it difficult to dislodge them from their current condition, even after significant changes like antibiotic use.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Exposure to microbes from the environment is essential for educating our immune system and maintaining its balance.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

The first step in reprogramming the gut microbiota often involves washing away the existing microbial community, which can be risky if not done with a clear plan for reconstitution.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Microbiota are not only present in the gut but also in the mouth, nose, and skin, and they play a crucial role in our overall health by forming a dense and complex ecosystem that interacts with our body.

Dr. Justin Sonnenburg

03/07/22

@ Andrew Huberman

A healthy microbiome supports the immune system, metabolism, and gut-brain axis, but defining what constitutes a healthy versus unhealthy microbiome is complex and varies between individuals and populations.

David Zeevi

08/22/18

@ Y Combinator

To manipulate the gut microbiome, one can use antibiotics, probiotics, or prebiotics, but the full effects of these methods are still under study.