Celebrating Microbiome Day: Why Gut Health Deserves the Spotlight?
June 27th is Microbiome Day, a global initiative that raises awareness about the invisible ecosystem of microbes that live in and around us. From the bacteria in your gut to the ones on your skin, these tiny organisms play massive roles in our health.
But what exactly is the microbiome, why is it so important, and how does very simple lifestyle changes can help keep it in balance?
Let’s dive into the world of your gut and celebrate Microbiome Day the healthy way! 💚
What Is the Microbiome?[1]
The human microbiome is the community of trillions of microbes, mostly bacteria that live in our gut, skin, mouth, lungs, and even our reproductive organs.
· They help digest food
· Support immunity
· Regulate metabolism
· Influence mood and mental health
Your gut alone houses over 1,000 different bacterial species, both good and bad. A healthy microbiome is all about balance.
Why Microbiome Day Matters? ?[2]
We live in a world where, ultra-processed foods, antibiotics, stress, lack of fibre are silently damaging our gut flora.
Microbiome Day reminds us to pause, reflect, and act on how we can protect these microbial communities for a healthier, happier life.
How an Imbalanced Microbiome Can Hurt You?[3]
· When the balance tips (more bad bacteria than good), it leads to gut dysbiosis. This has been linked to:
· IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease): Chronic inflammation of the digestive tract
· IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): Bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea or constipation
· Mood disorders, fatigue, skin issues, weight gain, and even autoimmune diseases
Silent Symptoms of IBD & IBS You Shouldn’t Ignore [4]
You may not even realize your gut is suffering. Some subtle signs include:
· Unexplained fatigue
· Mood swings or anxiety
· Skin breakouts
· Food intolerances
· Irregular bowel movements
· Brain fog
These symptoms often go undiagnosed for years, which is why gut health awareness through initiatives like Microbiome Day is so critical.
The Gut’s Best Friend? Fibre! [5,6]
One of the easiest ways to nourish your microbiome is by increasing your fibre intake, especially soluble fibres like psyllium husk.
Here’s how psyllium husk helps:
· Acts as a prebiotic, feeding the good bacteria
· Forms a gel-like substance to regulate digestion
· Reduces inflammation and supports regular bowel movements
· Helps with satiety and blood sugar control
Psyllium husk is scientifically proven to support microbiome health, making it ideal for those suffering from IBS or IBD symptoms.
Celebrating Microbiome Day the Right Way
Take a moment today to check in with your gut. Small steps lead to big changes:
· Add plant-based foods to your plate
· Avoid excessive antibiotics
· Try fermented foods
· Hydrate well
· And most importantly – add daily fibre to your diet!
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Try Sylliflor, a delicious, natural psyllium husk fibre supplement that supports your gut, keeps things moving, and tastes amazing!
Reference:
1. World Microbiome Day. (2025). About - World Microbiome Day. [online] Available at: https://worldmicrobiomeday.com/about [Accessed 26 Jun. 2025].
2. Science Foundation Ireland. (2024). Mind our Microbes on the first ever World Microbiome Day. [online] Available at: https://www.sfi.ie/research-news/news/mind-our-microbes/ [Accessed 26 Jun. 2025].
3. Jalanka, J., Major, G., Murray, K., Singh, G., Nowak, A., Kurtz, C., Silos-Santiago, I., Johnston, J., de Vos, W. and Spiller, R. (2019). The Effect of Psyllium Husk on Intestinal Microbiota in Constipated Patients and Healthy Controls. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(2), p.433. doi:https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms20020433.
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5. Martellet, M.C., Majolo, F., Ducati, R.G., Volken de Souza, C.F. and Goettert, M.I. (2022). Probiotic applications associated with Psyllium fiber as prebiotics geared to a healthy intestinal microbiota: A review. Nutrition, [online] 103-104, p.111772. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nut.2022.111772.
6. Yang, C., Liu, S., Li, H., Bai, X., Shan, S., Gao, P. and Dong, X. (2021). The effects of psyllium husk on gut microbiota composition and function in chronically constipated women of reproductive age using 16S rRNA gene sequencing analysis. Aging. doi:https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.203095.