Gut issues such as IBS have been linked to a significant loss of biodiversity in the human gut.
However, in our newly published research, we explain how, in parallel to this internal ecosystem, reduced biodiversity of the skin microbiome is found in many skin problems.
These include…
"... acne, atopic dermatitis and eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), diabetic skin wounds, cutaneous leishmaniasis, hidradenitis suppurativa..."
Cause or Symptom?
Just because biodiversity loss is observed on the skin microbiome for skin problems, it does not mean it is necessarily causing them.
However, new evidence suggests it could be playing an active role in disease onset, instead of being just a symptom.
"...[reduced biodiversity and dysbiosis is thought to] precede atopic dermatitis (AD) onset, play a critical role in its manifestation, ...predict the persistence of eczema throughout childhood..."
What do you think? Let us know and read our exclusive peer-reviewed and published research below.
A Catastrophic Biodiversity Loss in the Environment Is Being Replicated on the Skin Microbiome: Is This a Major Contributor to the Chronic Disease Epidemic?
Published in "Microorganisms"
Kit Wallen-Russell, Director of The Skin Microbiome School
