Imagine an ecosystem inside your body, teeming with trillions of tiny organisms, influencing everything from your digestion, to your mood, to your risk of chronic disease. This is the gut microbiome. And while it may be microscopic, its impact on your well-being is anything but small. In fact, it has been found that 70% of your body’s immune system resides in your gut lining - a huge reason why establishing optimal gut health is so important for healthy immune function. 

For years, scientists have known that bacteria live in the human body. But only recently have we begun to understand just how much they control. They communicate with our brain, shape our immune system, and even influence our hormones. The question is, what happens when this delicate balance is disrupted?

Your gut microbiome is a vast and complex community of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that live primarily in your intestines. This ecosystem actively participates in digestion, metabolism, and immune function. In fact, your gut contains more bacterial cells than human cells, meaning, in a way, you’re more microbe than human.

A healthy gut microbiome works in harmony with your body, aiding in the breakdown of food, the production of essential nutrients, and the regulation of inflammation. But when things go wrong, the consequences can be far-reaching.

Every day, we’re exposed to a cocktail of invisible threats - environmental toxins lurking in our food, water, air, and even household products. While we might not see them, they have a profound impact on our health. Scientists now recognise that toxins are major contributors to chronic diseases, accelerating aging, weakening immunity, and increasing the risk of conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurological disorders.

But how much of an impact do these toxins actually have? Research suggests that up to 70% of chronic diseases may be linked to environmental exposures. The question isn’t whether toxins affect your health, it’s how much damage they may already be doing.

As a Health Coach with additional qualifications in Environmental Medicine, one of the main focus areas of my programmes is to help you to reduce your toxin exposure and support your body’s detoxification systems.