That Gut Feeling: We Are Not Alone – Pint of Science

Pint of Science is a worldwide science festival that takes place 20-22 May and brings researchers to your local pub to present their scientific discoveries.

We have trillions of bacteria living in our bodies, together known as the microbiome. From birth, they play a vital role in keeping our bodies healthy, in protecting against pathogens and preventing diseases. They are greatly influenced by what we eat and here we will find out how to feed them and what it takes to keep them happy.