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Western Diet: Unveiling Generational Microbial Loss and Restoration

May 1, 2026
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In this compelling discussion, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, interviewed by Steven Bartlett, explores the profound impact of the Western diet on microbial diversity across generations. Using insights from mouse studies, he illustrates how a low-fiber diet leads to a significant loss of gut microbiome diversity, which is then passed down to offspring. Crucially, he highlights that this generational microbial loss can be reversed by reintroducing fiber into the diet. Understand the critical link between diet, gut health, and inherited microbial diversity. #WesternDiet #Microbiome #GutHealth #Fiber #generationalhealth

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