Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro Could Coffee Actually Heal Your Gut? The Science of Happy Gut Coffee with Dr. Vincent Pedre
Dec 8, 2025
Dr. Vincent Pedre, a functional medicine physician and gut health expert, challenges common perceptions of coffee. He discusses how high-quality, organic coffee can be beneficial for gut health when brewed correctly, highlighting the dangers of microplastics and toxins. Vincent shares anecdotes from his personal journey with coffee, emphasizing the importance of mindful consumption and brewing methods. He also delves into coffee's gut-loving polyphenols and their potential benefits, encouraging listeners to tune into their bodies for optimal health.
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Seven-Year Coffee Hiatus
- Vincent Pedre stopped drinking coffee for seven years after a gut reset and withdrawal symptoms.
- He only reintroduced coffee later when he found a non-toxic decaf that didn't trigger reflux or jitters.
Pesticides Trump Just Mold
- Coffee problems go beyond mycotoxins; it's one of the top 10 most pesticide-sprayed crops worldwide.
- Choosing higher-quality beans reduces pesticide and mold risk but contamination can still occur in the environment.
Choose Organic For Cleaner Beans
- Prefer organic beans because they tend to be higher quality, stored better, and have less moisture and mold risk.
- Remember that organic reduces but may not fully eliminate environmental pesticide exposure, so test if concerned.
