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Can diet change my microbiome?

Absolutely! What you eat significantly influences your gut microbiome, and emerging research suggests it can also impact your skin microbiome. A diet rich in diverse plants, for example, can foster a healthier balance of bacteria, potentially altering the very skin scents that make some people mosquito magnets, as mentioned in the story.

Stories that explain this

Skin bacteria and body odour make some people mosquito magnets

Questions this opens up

What is a 'healthy' microbiome? Can stress affect my microbiome? Do probiotics help?

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