Because health is also a matter of the gut - Renowned physician and microbiome researcher Dr. Anne Katharina Zschocke demonstrates how bacteria can benefit us. Microbiome research has developed at the pace of a scientific rocket and reveals previously unrecognized connections. The influence of bacteria on our health, immune system, and mood is immense. Until now, most people considered bacteria to be pathogens, but recent revolutionary findings in research show that bacteria play a significant role in a healthy organism - without them, we can indeed become ill. An increasing number of diseases are being linked to the composition of gut bacteria. Antibiotics have a devastating effect on gut flora, as do improper hygiene practices and nutrition. When the gut ecosystem is in balance, it...