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Microbiome Magazine Vol. 5 | The Viral Issue (Free Digital Download)

By Lee Holmes, Clinical Nutritionist, Author

Love Your Gut - Australia's #1 since 2012

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Microbiome Magazine | The Viral Issue!

Long before a virus ever meets your immune system, it meets the microbiome. The trillions of microbes living on your skin, in your nose, along your gut lining and even across your kitchen bench are your body's first responders, and most of us never think to look after them.

In our latest Viral Issue, clinical nutritionist Lee Holmes explores this invisible security detail and shows you how to support it naturally. If our last issue was about rebooting your gut, this one is all about defending it, with practical, science-backed ways to strengthen your inner ecosystem when sniffle season comes around.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

— Your microbiome as your first line of defence: how beneficial microbes crowd out unwelcome viral guests.
The gut–immune connection: why around 70 per cent of your immune cells live in your gut, plus the fascinating gut–lung axis.

— The "too clean" problem: why a home scrubbed within an inch of its life may leave you more vulnerable, not less (yes, you can relax about that dusty corner).

— Fermented foods and the antiviral plate: what the research says about eating for microbial diversity.

— 8 Questions with Irene Falcone: the Clean Nectarine founder on what's really lurking on your floors and how to make your home a sanctuary for good microbes.

— Room-by-room non-toxic home reset and everyday microbiome resilience habits.

— Nourishing recipes including Golden Chia Seed Pudding, Turmeric Seeded Loaf and Chicken Biryani with Cauliflower Rice.

— Mind Games: a quiz and crossword to test what you've learned.

As always, this isn't about fear or living in a bubble. It's about working with your body's own ecosystem instead of against it. So pour yourself something warm, find your comfiest chair and meet the invisible bodyguards that have been quietly protecting you all along.

Download your free copy today! - Lee Holmes x

Q: What is the gut virome?
A: The community of viruses living in your gut alongside bacteria and fungi. Most are bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, and they constantly interact with your gut microbes, your gut lining and your immune system.

Q: How is gut health connected to immunity?
A: Around 70 per cent of your body's immune cells sit in and around your gut, where they are in constant conversation with your gut lining and microbes. That is why a diverse, well-fed microbiome matters for everyday resilience.

Q: What is the gut–lung axis?
A: The immune connection between your gut and your lungs. Although the two are physically separate, they communicate through immune cells, inflammatory messengers and compounds produced by gut microbes.

Q: Do I need to deep-clean my home to stay healthy?
A: No. This issue explains why hygiene matters more than harsh chemicals, and why a home scrubbed within an inch of its life may not be doing you any favours. The room-by-room Non-Toxic Home Reset shows you where to focus.

Q: Is this magazine suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely. Lee explains the latest microbiome research in plain language, with practical habits, five easy recipes and a quiz to test what you've learned.

Q: Is it really free? How do I get it?
A: Yes. It's a free 47-page digital magazine (PDF). Add it to your cart and check out, and your download link arrives by email straight away.

Q: Why download this issue?
A: Unlike generic health advice, Microbiome Magazine turns the latest science into practical, easy-to-follow nutrition and lifestyle tips, fully referenced and written by a clinical nutritionist. This issue focuses on the everyday habits that support your inner ecosystem when sniffle season comes around.

BENEFITS

— Expert Information and Advice by Lee Holmes
— Science-Backed and Fully Referenced
— Free Resource
— Recipes By Lee
— Gut–Immune Connection
— Non-Toxic Home Tips
— Practical Daily Habits
— Fad-Free

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Microbiome Magazine Vol. 5 | The Viral Issue (Free Digital Download)

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YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING

WHY SHOULD I LOVE MY GUT?

Did you know you have over ten metres of small and large intestines? And both have turns and kinks throughout. All food and drink travel through this system and disperse nutrition and hydration.

But with today’s diet and hectic lifestyle the intestines may develop a build-up of waste products such as plaque, acids, mucus, fungus and bacteria. This may result in a poor, inefficient digestion, lack of nutrient absorption and a build-up of gas, wind and bloating.

Clean, efficient intestines may lead to better digestion, waste removal and nutrient absorption.

WHAT ON EARTH IS DIATOMACEOUS EARTH POWDER?

Love Your Gut powder is made of food grade diatomaceous earth, a superfine, tasteless mineral powder that gently cleans your gut of the waste that builds up everyday.

It is one of the best foods for gut health. diatomaceous earth powder is a mineral formed by fossilised algae in ancient freshwater lake beds. It is also a food your gut loves and thrives on.

Lee Holmes, clinical nutritionist and author, has sourced and used this highest quality, food grade diatomaceous earth since 2010.

Diatomaceous earth is a superfine vegan powder. Free from additives, GMOs, gluten, dairy and sugar.


Read: Diatomaceous Earth - Let me count the ways it loves your gut

Watch: Lee talk about diatomaceous earth

Watch: Gut loving muesli recipe

Watch Gut loving banana and mango smoothie recipe

Read ‘Eases your gut, not easy to pronounce’

Download your free Love Your Gut Powder recipe eBook here

Download your free Love Your Gut Powder 101 Ways eBook here

Read What the science says: diatomaceous earth

WHAT ARE FULVIC AND HUMIC MINERALS?

"Fulvic and humic minerals are nature's ancient treasure. They're powerful organic compounds formed over centuries as plants decompose in soil. These remarkable substances work as nature's delivery system, carrying vital nutrients directly to your cells with exceptional efficiency. They're essentially Mother Earth's original supplement, packed with over 70 trace minerals and electrolytes that modern farming practices have sadly depleted from our soils and foods. What makes them truly special is their molecular structure: tiny enough to penetrate cell membranes and support detoxification, nutrient absorption, and cellular health!"
— Lee Holmes, Clinical Nutritionist

Love Your Gut Fulvic Humic Concentrate, Australia's No.1 Gut Drops, delivers these powerful compounds in their purest form. This food-grade fulvic humic acid supplement provides concentrated gut support that helps restore mineral balance and enhance nutrient absorption. Supercharged Food's premium formula offers the comprehensive benefits of fulvic and humic minerals in a convenient, highly bioavailable concentrate that supports overall digestive wellness.

LEE’S FAVE GUT-LOVING RECIPES

At heart Lee is a home cook and whole food chef. 11 best-selling cookbooks attest to that.

So does her social media and blogs - they’re full of wonderful recipes to supercharge your health.

Discover:
Socialise with Lee

Read Lee’s favourite gut-loving recipes

Watch Lee make a wonderful fish pie

Diatomaceous Earth recipe ebook

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR GUT NATURALLY?

Learn how to clean your gut and support bowel health with Lee's easy-to-follow gut cleanse diet recommendations. Read 'Lee's easy-to-follow gut cleanse series'

Gut massage

WHERE DO PROBIOTICS COME IN?

"Where do probiotics come in? In our modern world with processed diets and stress levels through the roof, most of us simply aren't getting enough of these gut-loving microbes naturally. That's where thoughtfully formulated probiotic supplements come into our wellness journey. They help replenish what our busy lifestyles and contemporary diets often lack. Probiotics essentially reintroduce beneficial bacteria to create balance in your internal ecosystem, supporting not just digestion but your immune system and even your mental wellbeing through that fascinating gut-brain connection we're learning more about every day!"
— Lee Holmes, Clinical Nutritionist

Love Your Gut Synbiotic stands as Australia's No.1 choice for comprehensive gut health support. This premium formula goes beyond ordinary probiotics for gut health by combining beneficial bacteria with prebiotic fibres. This creates a true synbiotic effect that both introduces and nourishes beneficial micro-organisms.

For those seeking the best probiotics for gut health in Australia, Love Your Gut Synbiotic delivers specially selected strains designed to survive stomach acid and reach the intestines alive, where they're needed most. Women particularly appreciate how these gut health supplements address digestive concerns while supporting overall wellbeing.

The difference becomes clear when experiencing reduced bloating, improved digestion, and enhanced nutrient absorption. These benefits explain why Love Your Gut Synbiotic has become the trusted choice for those prioritising their gut health journey.

HOW DO I USE DIATOMACEOUS EARTH?

Love Your Gut diatomaceous earth is a food grade, tasteless, superfine mineral powder. It's available in powder and capsule forms. As a powder it mixes easily into any liquid. Take 3-6g or 1-2 tablespoons once or twice a day.

RECIPES
Download your free Love Your Gut Powder recipe eBook
Download your free Love Your Gut Powder 101 Ways eBook

READ
‘Let me count the ways it loves your gut’
‘Eases your gut, not easy to pronounce’
'What the science says: diatomaceous earth'

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Marianne's New Year's Resolution

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