Significant changes in gut bacteria can occur within just 24 hours of a major dietary shift. Dietary Impact on Bacterial Composition
Different food groups favor the growth of specific bacterial "enterotypes" or families:
The central thesis is that the more than 100 trillion bacteria in our gut are not passive; they perform vital functions that depend entirely on the "fuel" we provide through food.
Intestinal bacteria influence thoughts, behavior patterns, and emotional states like anxiety and stress.