THE LIVER GUT CONNECTION - Dr. Asia Muhammad on why fatty liver is exploding, leaky gut, and the root of most health concerns
Sep 20, 2021
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Dr. Asia Muhammad delves into the gut-liver connection, leaky gut, and root health concerns. Topics include gut diversity, gut impact on liver health, easy ways to support gut health, and the importance of focusing on gut function for overall well-being.
Gut health is foundational to overall well-being, affecting liver health and systemic inflammation.
Supporting liver detoxification pathways is essential for optimal health and identifying liver health markers.
Prioritize kidney health with hydration, herbs like parsley, and dietary changes for overall wellness.
Deep dives
Gut Health: Vital Importance for Overall Well-being
Prioritizing gut health is crucial for overall well-being. Chronic inflammation, often stemming from gut issues, is a common factor in many health conditions. Monitoring and improving gut function is essential for individuals with health concerns. The gut's impact on systemic inflammation and overall health cannot be understated.
Liver Health and Detoxification: Key to Optimal Functioning
The liver plays a vital role in detoxification. Understanding and supporting liver function, especially through phases one and two of detoxification, is crucial for overall health. Certain signs such as sensitivity to chemical smells can indicate compromised liver pathways, highlighting the importance of liver support and detoxification strategies.
Kidney Support: Often Overlooked in Well-being
Supporting kidney health is equally important but often overlooked. Maintaining proper hydration and incorporating kidney-supportive herbs like parsley and milk thistle can help ensure optimal kidney function. Addressing dietary and herbal changes can enhance kidney health and overall well-being.
Holistic Approach to Liver Support and Health
Taking a holistic approach to liver support involves incorporating alternatives like milk thistle and burdock, known for their benefits in aiding detoxification processes and promoting overall liver health. Understanding liver detoxification pathways and employing supportive measures is key to maintaining liver function and overall health.
The Impact of Diet on Gut Health
Consuming processed meats and foods preserved with sulfide gases can be problematic for individuals with inflamed guts. The speaker finds that a diet rich in fresh meats and fish complements their body well, along with plant-based foods. The discussion delves into genetic SNPs, which analyze specific gene regions to determine responses to vitamins, neurotransmitters, and traumatic events.
Understanding Fatty Liver Disease and its Implications
Fatty liver disease is projected to become a primary cause for liver transplants due to diet, lifestyle, and insulin resistance issues. The liver's ability to regenerate offers some hope, but the disease's silent nature poses risks, with 25% of the population affected. Factors like high-fructose corn syrup, unhealthy fats combined with sugars, and metabolic conditions contribute to the disease's development, potentially impacting hormonal conditions like PCOS.
Ep 41. SO many health issues—chronic or acute—get their start in the gut, which is why we’re digging even deeper into gut health this season. This week’s podcast guest is Dr. Asia Muhammad, a doctor of naturopathy, scientist, medical writer, and the co-host of the docu-series The Art of Natural Healing. In this ep, we cover the basics: what is gut health, what is gut diversity, and why do those matter? We dig into how the gut affects your liver health, how they connect, and why it’s SO important to focus on gut health and function. Plus—we cover a few super easy ways to support your gut, kidneys, and liver using things you probably have in your kitchen already. Complete show notes HERE New Organic Olivia Instagram HERE Dr. Asia's Instagram HERE Shop my herbal formulas HERE
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