Today we're diving deep into the fascinating world of probiotics and the vital role they play in our overall health and healthy aging. The term'probiotics' might make you think of yogurt commercials, or maybe even thosefancy refrigerated supplements at the health food store. But did you know thatthe history of probiotics in the United States goes way back before they becamemainstream? Today, we're going to explore that history, along with theincredible science of how these friendly bacteria work in harmony with ourbodies. We'll also delve into the amazing world of the gut microbiome – that's the diverse community of trillions of microorganisms living in our digestive tract. It's an ecosystem that's so complex, and so crucial, that some scientists call it a 'second brain'. We'll learn how it influences not just our digestion, but our immune system, our mood, , our skin health, and yes, even our aging process. So whetheryou're a long-time probiotics enthusiast, or you're just curious about why healthgurus keep recommending yogurt, this episode is packed with information that youwon't want to miss. My guest today is Natasha Trenev. Natasha is known as The Mother of Probiotics and – as you’ll soon hear, she has significantly contributed to the evolution of the probiotic industry as we know it today. Natasha is the founder and President of Natren, which is her probiotic and supplement company, and today she shares her lifetime of experience in researching probiotics and their impact on gut health.  You can connect with Natasha in the following ways: Website - https://www.natren.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/NatrenProbioticsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@natrenprobiotics8877/videosLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-trenev-73118919/Phone number – 866-4-NATRENInstagram – @natashatrenevInstagram - @natrenprobiotic Ready to transform your body and your life? Click the link below to book a call to see if our coaching services are a good fit for you.https://calendly.com/thesilveredge/coaching-inquiry Want more over 50 health and wellness goodness? Join our private Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/silveredgefitness