Science journalist explores on microbes and its benefitsScience journalist Ed Yong in his first book “I Contain Multitudes” explored about microbes; noting its different types, and its benefits. (mb.com.ph) Science journalist Ed Yong’s (R) first book “I Contain Multitudes” (L)(mb.com.ph)In his book, Mr. Yong stated that microbes are not necessarily our friends nor our foes. Mr. Yong also gave a background on his “favorite bacterium”, the male-hating microbe Wolbachia pipientis. The Gut bacteria — which Mr. Yong wrote about in his book — have been, linked the long list of ailments including obesity, alcoholism, irritable-bowel syndrome, and rheumatoid arthritis. The science journalist also found a little evidence that probiotics included in some yogurts and drinks today can prevent illness or provide health benefits.

Source: Manila Bulletin August 23, 2016 10:41 UTC