The Microbiome Master Key
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The Microbiome Master Key
The Microbiome Master Key
Fending off germs has long been considered one of the cornerstones of good health. But what if better health and more graceful ageing actually went hand-in-hand with embracing the invisible microbes living on, in, and all around us?
Our bodies are teeming with microscopic organisms - they impact everything from our sleep, cognition, mood, heart health, and energy to the likelihood of developing dementia, diabetes, and certain cancers. As groundbreaking new studies show, taking care of your microbiome can improve your health and even help prevent or reverse some of the most common age-related diseases.
Father-daughter team Brett Finlay and Jessica Finlay examine the latest research on how the microbiome affects all aspects of physical and mental health - and what you can do about it. Including Australian statistics and highly practical tips, you'll discover simple steps to improve your microbiome and live a longer, healthier life.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780522882186
Publisher: Melbourne University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 17 March 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Melbourne University Press
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Brett Finlay is a world expert in how microbes cause disease in people and how we can fight infections, as well as the role the microbiota plays in human health and disease, including asthma, Parkinson's and malnutrition. He is a co-author of Let Them Eat Dirt, and the author of over 600 publications in peer-reviewed journals. He is also an Officer of the Order of Canada, a jazz sax player, skier and beekeeper.
Jessica Finlay is a University of Colorado Boulder assistant professor who specializes in environmental gerontology and health geography. With degrees from Queen's University and the University of Minnesota, she has won awards for her work and authored publications in leading health, geography and gerontology journals.
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