Image: Courtesy of Human National Genome Research Institute

Simply put: The microbiome is an intricate ecosystem of microorganisms living in and on our bodies, working in harmony to support our health and playing a vital role in numerous aspects of our well-being. The skin, mouth, gut, and reproductive organs have their own microbiomes and individual bustling communities of tiny organisms known as microbiota or flora whose main responsibilities among many are to stimulate the immune system and protect us from disease.

However, this is only possible when our microbiomes are healthy.

It’s quite simple: For the microbiomes overall, it’s important to maintain a balanced and diverse community of microorganisms by consuming a diet rich in fiber, fruits, and vegetables, minimizing the use of antibiotics unless necessary, avoiding synthetic chemical and anti-microbial products, managing stress levels, and incorporating probiotics and fermented foods into your diet.

AND

By using BerryBiome™ by Nature First® cleaning products that actively help and encourage healthy bacteria in and around our bodies, made with only whole plants and necessary minerals.

Our skin is the largest organ we have – over 85% of our bodies – and its microbiome is affected by any residue absorbed by the body from simple acts like wearing clothes or washing dishes.

Our gut microbiome is affected by daily habits such as eating or drinking from surfaces where residue may seem invisible, but it’s not.

Yup, that all goes into the body.

• The microorganisms of the microbiome are said to contribute more to our health than our own genes.
• The microbiome is pivotal to the process of aging, digestion, the immune system, the modulation of the central nervous system, and a person's mood and cognitive ability.
• The microbiota is our microbial community made of bacteria (the vast bulk of microorganisms in our bodies), yeasts and other Eukarya, primitive single-cell organisms, fungi, protozoa and non-living viruses.
• Each human has a different microbiome.