prokaryotes Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is the process of prokaryote reproduction called and why is it beneficial to them?
It is called “binary fission” (splitting); quickly share genetic material through this, resulting in mutations
How do prokaryotes benefit the carbon cycle?
They help with decomposition
How do prokaryotes benefit the nitrogen cycle?
They take nitrogen from the atmosphere and make it useful for plants
How have humans used prokaryotes?
For fermentation (cheeses, alcohol)
Fact about mouth microbiome
Window to your overall health
Fact about gut microbiome
enteric nervous system - “second brain”
Fact about skin microbiome
Protects from pathogens
Fact about brain microbiome
Only recently discovered through research (breaking the blood-brain barrier)
How do prokaryotes benefit the mouth microbiome?
breaking down food, neutralizing acids, healing from cuts, and general protection
How do prokaryotes benefit the gut microbiome?
help with digestion, production of vitamins and nutrients, regulate moods, activity levels, and appetite, 80% of immune system cells, and vitamin b12
What does vitamin b12 help with?
nervous system functions
How do prokaryotes benefit the skin microbiome?
helps protect from pathogens
How do prokaryotes benefit the brain microbiome?
maintain brain health, immune system regulation, neurotransmitters, memory and learning, and connected to the gut microbiome
What makes the mouth biome out of balance?
Poor diet, oral hygiene, smoking, medical conditions (like diabetes), and medications that cause dry mouth
What makes the gut biome out of balance?
poor diet, lack of physical activity, poor sleep, stress, alcohol, smoking, infections and toxins, medical conditions, and medications (acid blockers)
What makes the skin biome out of balance?
antibiotic use, hygienic practices, pollutants, UV radiation, diet, genetics
What makes the brain biome out of balance?
Not well understood; probably poor diet, stress, lack of sleep, disease and infections, and age
What happens when the mouth biome is off?
tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath, health disease, cancers, and pneumonia
What happens when the gut biome is off?
digestive problems, diarrhea, bloating, IBS, disorders like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, etc., fatigue, allergies, and frequent infections
What happens when the skin biome is off?
acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, dandruff, and a weaker barrier allowing for easier entry into the body
What to do to maintain a good, balanced mouth biome?
eat balanced diet, brush and floss regularly, avoid smoking, and stay hydrated
What to do to maintain a good, balanced gut biome?
balanced healthy diet, emphasis on fiber, exercise, avoid smoking, limit alcohol, sleep well, manage stress, hydrate, limit antibiotic use to only when necessary and follow instructions
What to do to maintain a good, balanced skin biome?
gentle skincare products, limit antibiotic use to only when necessary and follow instructions, healthy diet, keep skin moisturize, and reduce stress
What to do to maintain a good, balanced brain biome?
probably have a healthier diet, sleep better, and reduce stress
