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• Research has shown that changes to the composition and diversity of the microorganisms in the gut may explain these differences in immune system aging.
• However, as the composition of our gut microbiome changes with age, a low level of inflammation can become constant throughout the body.
• Let’s take a closer look at the gut microbiome and how it changes with age.

Gut microbiome imbalances in older adults

• In fact, compared to other parts of the body, the gut microbiome has the largest number of bacteria.
• In a healthy gut microbiome, there are four dominant families (or phyla) of microorganisms, including Firmicutes, Bacteroidetes, Proteobacteria and Actinobacteria.
• Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes make up around 80 to 90 per cent of the gut microbiota in the digestive tract.
• Over time, the shortage of beneficial bacteria such as Firmicutes in older adults starts to compromise the integrity of their intestinal barrier, causing it to become leaky.

How inflammaging works

• Inflammaging creates an environment that is prone to inflammation, which is caused and maintained by several factors.
• These can include microorganism imbalances in the intestines (microbial dysbiosis), psychological stress, physical inactivity, poor nutrition and chronic infections.

Maintaining a healthy balance of gut microbiota

• More specifically, probiotics help improve the function of the intestinal barrier and regulate immune responses by modifying the composition of the gut microbiome.
• It is clear that the immune system has an intricate relationship with the gut microbiome.
• A healthy and well-balanced gut microbiome will strengthen the intestinal barrier, which helps to reduce inflammation throughout the body and support the immune system.
• To achieve this, it is important to maintain a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle as we grow older.

Narveen Jandu does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

• Bellingham, Wash., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As consumer interest grows around the health and sustainability benefits of food, today the Nutrient Density Alliance released guidelines for brands looking to substantiate nutrient density claims related to their regenerative agriculture practices.
• The Nutrient Density Alliance is a pre-competitive effort sponsored by the Soil & Climate Alliance and the Non-GMO Project that focuses on connecting regenerative agriculture practices, soil health and human health outcomes.
• Yet, though their interest is high, their knowledge is low — a gap the new white paper bridges by helping brands engage consumers directly about nutrient density outcomes from their regenerative programs.
• “Engaging Consumers On Regenerative Agriculture: How Brands Can Integrate Nutrient Density for Top-line Growth'' provides practical guidance to help brands engage consumers around scientifically-backed nutrition outcomes made possible through regenerative agriculture.

• There is a simple and practical way – red light therapy to improve your brain function.
• Red light therapy (RLT), also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation (PBM), involves exposure to specific wavelengths of visible red and near-infrared light (660-850 nm) to stimulate biological processes in the body.
• Red light therapy increases mitochondria function to promote balance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body.
• Studies have highlighted red light therapy has a potential neuroprotective and disease-modifying role in treating Alzheimer's and Parkinson's patients.

• The extensive renovation focused on delivering goodness from plants – high-quality protein, good fats, fiber and key nutrients – in the company’s meatiest products yet.
• Avocado oil is high in monounsaturated fats which the American Heart Association recommends as a heart-healthy choice2.
• “Beyond IV represents a transformative step forward in delivering plant-based nutrition to the consumer in the form of meat.
• The new Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef are expected to roll out exclusively at retailers across the U.S. this Spring.