LEVELS – A Whole New Level

#249 - The links between gastrointestinal health, metabolic health, and fertility | Dr. Robin Rose & Ben Grynol - (Replay)

Mar 28, 2024

Dr. Robin Rose and Ben Grynol discuss the links between gastrointestinal health, metabolic health, and fertility. They explore how gut microbiome testing can address underlying factors of gastrointestinal distress and aid fertility. Topics include gut microbiome diversity, infertility links, PCOS connections, metagenomic testing, balanced macronutrient intake, regenerative farming, and lifestyle changes for gut health.

57:03

Creator website

Episode guests

Robin Rose

Ben Grynol

AI Summary

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Gut microbiome diversity impacts metabolic health and fertility, highlighting the interconnectedness of gastrointestinal issues.

Metagenomic testing can assess gut health and guide dietary interventions, emphasizing the importance of balanced macronutrient intake.

Understanding the influence of gut health on gene expression in reproductive tissues can offer insights into addressing infertility and improving conception rates.

Deep dives

Impact of Next Generation Sequencing on Understanding Gut Microbiome

It is crucial to leverage next-generation sequencing to analyze the gut microbiome for insights on microbial balance, presence of beneficial or harmful microbes, and issues like leaky gut. Understanding the gut structure and functionality through metagenomic testing can reveal how dietary choices significantly influence the composition of the gut microbiome and its impact on overall health.

Introduction

4min

Navigating Complexities of Gastrointestinal Health

7min

Exploring Metabolic Health, Lifestyle, and the Fertility Epidemic

3min

Insights on Gut Microbiome, Gene Expression, and Infertility Link

4min

Optimizing Fertility Through Addressing Root Causes

22min

Genetic Influence on Keto Diet and Health

17min

The Significance of Holistic Health Monitoring and Investigative Care in Medicine

2min

Gastrointestinal health, metabolic health, and fertility are all linked. The gut microbiome impacts other microbiomes in the body, which can then impact the ability to conceive. Our gut microbiomes are becoming less diverse through modern farming practices and the consumption of processed foods. Dr. Robin Rose and Ben Grynol discuss how gut microbiome testing can determine underlying factors of gastrointestinal distress and the lifestyle changes that can help address symptoms and even aid fertility.

🎙 What Robin Rose, MD, & Ben Grynol discuss:

(00:00) — Intro

(05:30) — Gastrointestinal issues are associated with metabolic health issues

(06:25) — Many people lack gut microbiome diversity

(12:45) — Infertility in some people has links to the gut microbiome

(27:55) — PCOS and gut dysbiosis share a connection that’s still being researched

(29:25) — Restoring gut and metabolic health may help alleviate PCOS symptoms

(31:37) — Metagenomic testing assesses gut health

(41:33) — Gut health often requires balanced macronutrient intake

(45:42) — Regenerative farming practices could help us get more quality nutrients

(51:07) — Eliminating dairy and gluten may ease gastrointestinal symptoms

(52:35) — Sleep quality and quantity also inform gut health

⁠Transcript & Show Notes⁠

Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: ⁠https://youtu.be/SpW9znY3fkI⁠

Find us on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1⁠