‘We have to redefine virtually all human disease in light of the human microbiome’ – Dr William Davis

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It’s becoming increasingly obvious that gut health is central to overall wellbeing in more comprehensive ways than previously conceivable. Research into the human microbiome is challenging the traditional definitions and treatment methods of virtually all diseases, from depression to coronary disease. BizNews spoke to Dr William Davis, a cardiologist who transformed health by doing the exact opposite of what all dietary guidelines suggested. The New York Times bestselling author and gut health expert delved into the ways in which gut microbes affect human health and how Big Pharma and Big Agribusiness have been so successful at squashing the dissemination of health messages that threaten their interests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Sep 2022 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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