With its health largely determined at birth (with vaginal births resulting in a much healthier microbiome than c-sections), the gut microbiome forms an ecosystem of trillions of bacteria, yeasts, fungi and viruses which outweighs the brain. This is also negatively affected by stress, antibiotics, birth control, antibacterial products, while sunshine, pro and prebiotic rich foods, time spent outside with hands in the soil lead to positive effects. Japjeet discusses:

• How to improve the microbiome health of babies born via c-section.

• Natural ways to create a healthier microbiome.

• The gut-brain connection.

• The role of the gut (‘leaky gut’) in auto-immune disorders.