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Mary Ruddick
Feb 118 min read
Galaxy of Good and Evil Bacteria: Exploring the Microbiome's Dual Nature
The Microbial Maven aka Mary Ruddick   Greetings, my little microbes! Today, we venture into the microscopic galaxy where the tiniest...
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Mary Ruddick
Nov 12, 202412 min read
Faux Leather, Brave New World, and Forever Fabric
Knowing the dangers of "vegan leather," you may be scrambling to find something plastic-free. Here's why you should.
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Mary Ruddick
Oct 26, 202411 min read
The Polyester Paradox
The very fabric hugging your curves is doing more to keep those love handles in place than your carb addiction ever could.
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 30, 20244 min read
Microbial Mischief
Musing on microBIOME mysteries one probiotic at a time Mary Ruddick Oh, my little microbes, you’ve found your way to the most mischievous...
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 29, 20247 min read
Estrogen Dominance: When Your Hormones Go Rogue in Polyester and Pastries
Mary Ruddick Oh, estrogen dominance, you cruel mistress! The unwelcome guest who not only crashes your hormonal party but also brings...
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 29, 20244 min read
Ozempic, Obesity, and the Marvels of Microbes
By Mary Ruddick @maryqueenofheart Ah, my little microbes, my magical microbes, my ever-transforming wonders—let's embark on a journey...
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 28, 20243 min read
To Dairy or Not to Dairy: A Love Story with Oxalates
Oxalates and calcium can be a match made in heaven or a recommended divorce. If you have been confused over calcium's relationship with oxa
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 28, 20246 min read
Oxalate Metabolism & the Bacterial Dance
By Mary Ruddick  Optimizing oxalate metabolism is crucial for individuals looking to manage their health effectively. By honing in on...
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Mary Ruddick
Aug 28, 20246 min read
Fasting and Oxalate Dumping: Autophagy and Microbes Unite
By Mary Ruddick  Hey There, Oxalates! Meet Your Match  Let’s talk about something a little… spicy. Oxalates. These naturally occurring...
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