What an expert on the gut microbiome eats in a day
Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. Almost everything you eat passes through your gut microbiome, the community of trillions of bacteria, viruses and other microbes that live in your intestines. These microbes play a critical role in your health. One reason is that they produce short-chain fatty acids. These special compounds protect your colon and boost your gut health. They help lower inflammation, regulate your immune