Zach Bush MD, is an internationally recognized educator and thought leader on the microbiome as it relates to health, disease, and food systems. Celebrating World Microbiome Day on 27th June 2021, he explained why there’s no better time to pay tribute to the microbiome.
“As human beings, our neurologic capacity begins with our connection to the microbiome” Zach Bush MD
In his latest weekly newsletter, Bush said, “It is, in its entirety, vital to life and the reason why we are here today. Without the microbiome, life on Earth would not exist.”
“At its most basic definition, micro means small, and biome means living creatures — essentially all the living microbes on and inside the human body. Today, we know human cells are not at the foundation of the human microbiome, but rather it’s the fungi and bacteria that are. It is estimated that we have 50 to 70 trillion human cells, which pale in comparison to the 1.4 quadrillion bacteria and 10 quadrillion fungi inside our bodies.”
Zach Bush MD on the microbiome earth connection
He further explained that as we learn more about the microbiome and our human biology, it’s clear that this diverse non-human micro-ecosystem is what makes life possible. “It’s what fuels our development, immunity, and nutrition, enabling our production of energy, micronutrients, and regenerative pathways. Within every organ system throughout our whole body, it’s this unique niche of bacteria, fungi, and yeast that nurtures our human cells. “
“Get out! Kick off the shoes, walk in a garden, on a forest path, a beach, a meadow, or a mountain top.” Zach Bush, MD
World Microbiome Day was celebrated on the 27th of June. You can read more about it here: #microbiome4life
About Zach Bush MD
Zach Bush MD is a physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care. He is an internationally recognized educator and thought leader in the microbiome as it relates to health, disease, and food systems.
Dr. Zach founded *Seraphic Group and the non-profit Farmer’s Footprint to develop root-cause solutions for human and ecological health. His passion for education reaches across many disciplines, including topics such as the role of soil and water ecosystems in human genomics, immunity, and gut/brain health.
His education has highlighted the need for a radical departure from chemical farming and pharmacy, and his ongoing efforts are providing a path for consumers, farmers, and mega-industries to work together for a healthy future for people and the planet.
