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What can I do to decrease specific 'bad' gut bacteria?
What can I do to decrease specific 'bad' gut bacteria?
Yogesh Morjaria avatar
Written by Yogesh Morjaria
Updated over a year ago

Navigating the world of gut health might be complex, but at ZOE, our aim is to make it simple for you, backed by the latest research.

Balancing 'good' and 'bad'

While you might not be able to get rid of all ‘bad’ bacteria or choose which ones to reduce, there are principles you can keep in mind to support a healthier overall balance of ‘good’ to ‘bad’ bacteria in your gut. Keep in mind, some bacteria change more rapidly than others, but making a few tweaks here and there can have a meaningful impact.

Shift the focus to 'good' bacteria

The secret lies in how your gut microbiome operates. By nourishing the ‘good’ bacteria in your gut, you create an environment where the ‘bad’ ones struggle to thrive.

So, instead of focusing on reducing specific ‘bad’ bacteria, let's concentrate on supporting your ‘good’ ones.

You can find actionable tips for how to do this in this article.

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