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The Human Superorganism

How the Microbiome Is Revolutionizing the Pursuit of a Healthy Life

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The Human Superorganism

By: Rodney Dietert PhD
Narrated by: Jonathan Todd Ross
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 "Eyeopening... Fascinating... may presage a paradigm shift in medicine.”
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Teeming with information and big ideas... Outstanding.”
—Booklist (starred review)

The origin of asthma, autism, Alzheimer's, allergies, cancer, heart disease, obesity, and even some kinds of depression is now clear. Award-winning researcher on the microbiome, professor Rodney Dietert presents a new paradigm in human biology that has emerged in the midst of the ongoing global epidemic of noncommunicable diseases.

The Human Superorganism makes a sweeping, paradigm-shifting argument. It demolishes two fundamental beliefs that have blinkered all medical thinking until very recently: 1) Humans are better off as pure organisms free of foreign microbes; and 2) the human genome is the key to future medical advances. The microorganisms that we have sought to eliminate have been there for centuries supporting our ancestors. They comprise as much as 90 percent of the cells in and on our bodies—a staggering percentage! More than a thousand species of them live inside us, on our skin, and on our very eyelashes. Yet we have now significantly reduced their power and in doing so have sparked an epidemic of noncommunicable diseases—which now account for 63 percent of all human deaths.

Ultimately, this book is not just about microbes; it is about a different way to view humans. The story that Dietert tells of where the new biology comes from, how it works, and the ways in which it affects your life is fascinating, authoritative, and revolutionary. Dietert identifies foods that best serve you, the superorganism; not new fad foods but ancient foods that have made sense for millennia. He explains protective measures against unsafe chemicals and drugs. He offers an empowering self-care guide and the blueprint for a revolution in public health. We are not what we have been taught. Each of us is a superorganism. The best path to a healthy life is through recognizing that profound truth. Biological Sciences Biology Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science Medicine Genetic Disease Health Dementia Nutrition Heartfelt Bacteria Mental Health Alzheimer's Disease

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As previous rater said, i have read a few books on the microbiome and this one has new information. Would recomend this book if you want to know about your microbiome...this one is the best!

Thorough book on the microbiome.

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Well narrated and just the right mix of science for the non biologist. Really made me think carefully about many health related problems and how we can help ourselves. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone who wants to know more about the fascinating world of the microbiome.

Clear and informative introduction to microbiome

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This is the third book I have listened to on the gut microbiome, it is such exciting and life changing information, an absolute must read. I loved 'gut' and 'the diet myth' and this is definitely as good.
Some chapters are quite intense, but make an effort to listen through to the end, you won't regret it.

Brilliant!

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Informative and shocking, this book shows the need for fermented foods and a rethink of the food manufacturing industry.

Microbiome Analysis Anyone?

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I have studied most books on the microbiome. This is by far one of the best, despite it being a bit older than others. I highly recommend it I wish I could make every doctor I work with study this book.

Best microbiome book

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