Role in heart health
- In a study of 1500 people, we observed the gut microbiome may have a role in our heart health.
- Certain species of microbes contributed to the elevated levels of good cholesterol (HDL) and triglycerides.
- Other species of microbes seemed to be unhealthy by producing trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO).
- TMAO is a chemical contributing to blocked arteries causing heart attacks or stroke.
- TMAO production is increased when we eat foods high in choline and L-carnitine – in other words red meat and other animal-based products.
- Lactobacilli bacteria, found in fermented foods, may reduce cholesterol.
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