Diet, Gut Microbiota and Health

2. is the term used to describe the chemical process where your body turns the food you eat into energy.
6. is found in the gut.
7. are living bacteria found in some foods, such as yoghurt and kimchi, or supplements and are beneficial to our health.
9. is the term used to describe the collective group of microorganisms that live on or in us.
11. are produced when bacteria break down carbohydrates in food into alcohol and acids. These foods contain bacteria that help restore the balance of bacteria in the gut and support digestive health.
12. or fermentation in the gut, occurs when carbohydrates are broken down to fatty acids in the gut.
13. are non-digestible carbohydrates. They are found in some high-fibre foods and promote the growth of ‘good’bacteria in the large intestine.
14. refers to the state of the body and how well it functions.

1. are also called prebiotics.
3. are a by-product of the fermentation process in the gut.
4. describes both the small and large intestine.
5. is the term used to describe microorganisms that live on or in bodies. The largest population of
8. occurs when the body releases white blood cells to protect damaged areas in the body, this causes swelling, soreness and often redness. Inflammation can also occur in response to unwanted substances in the body such as body fat.
10. is a state of wellbeing where people can cope with the usual stresses of life and interact appropriately within the community.