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Bonding and Social Behavior.

…..some strains of lactobacillus have been shown to increase the production of oxytocin, a hormone that is important for social bonding and maternal behavior. Other strains of bacteria, such as bifidobacteria, have been shown to modulate the immune system in a way that promotes a state of relaxation and reduces anxiety. Continue reading

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The Magic of Chocolate

Why do some foods like chocolate, wine, or cheese taste so delicious? Fermenting magically transforms their original ingredients into something more desirable. Besides improving flavor, some soured and fermented foods such as yogurts, kefir, and sauerkraut also strengthen the immune system. Continue reading

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A World Without Microbes

But if nothing decays, what happens to all the plants, animals and people at the end of their life-cycle? They would be preserved forever. Continue reading

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Mold and Penicillin

We have not always relied on the latest and the newest medicines as remedies for different health issues. At one time we used what was available even if it was

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