In this episode Eliot explores the little understood world of microbes and bacteria that live inside all of us. Collectively they are called the microbiome, and its well-being is something that is vital to our health. New research is now opening up the possibility of using these bugs as drugs to address a range of diseases.

To find out more Eliot meets two fascinating individuals, Trevor Lawley and Tim Sharpington, who run a company called Microbiotica that is on the cutting edge of this exciting new area of treatment.
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