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- A pithy, vibrant, accessible exploration of the least-understood organ in the human body, broken down into 60 bite-sized topics.
- About the Author: Amy Fleming is a writer and editor covering science, health and culture for publications including the Guardian, The FT and BBC Science Focus.
- 128 Pages
- Health + Wellness, Diet & Nutrition
- Series Name: Pocket Primers
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A pithy, vibrant, accessible exploration of the least-understood organ in the human body, broken down into 60 bite-sized topics. The human digestive system, or gut, can be understood like the hole of a doughnut. In other words, it's not really us at all, but a vast ecosystem of bacteria, yeasts, fungi, viruses and other micro-organisms collectively weighing up to two kilograms. And the gut does a lot more than simply break down our food - it impacts our immunity, stress levels and even our moods. The connection between the brain and the gut is one of the most exciting research areas of biology today, changing the way we manage our mental health. This book traces our understanding of the gut, from ancient medicine to modern day, examining the enormous impact this little-understood organ has on our lives.About the Author
Amy Fleming is a writer and editor covering science, health and culture for publications including the Guardian, The FT and BBC Science Focus.Dimensions (Overall): 6.5 Inches (H) x 4.5 Inches (W)
Weight: .14 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 128
Genre: Health + Wellness
Sub-Genre: Diet & Nutrition
Series Title: Pocket Primers
Publisher: Hoxton Mini Press
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: Amy Flemming
Language: English
Street Date: November 11, 2025
TCIN: 1003556494
UPC: 9781917719049
Item Number (DPCI): 247-26-9991
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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