Dr. Steven Gundry, a bestselling author and cardiologist, dives deep into the root causes of inflammation, revealing its link to chronic diseases and leaky gut syndrome. He shares transformative insights on improving gut health and mitochondrial function through simple interventions like vitamin D3, infrared saunas, and fermented foods. The conversation highlights how therapies like heat and red light can boost energy and longevity while exploring the crucial role of butyrate in overall health. Discover how addressing these issues can fundamentally enhance your well-being.
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Inflammation Originates in Leaky Gut
Inflammation is a widespread immune overreaction caused by bacteria leaking through a compromised gut barrier.
This systemic inflammation alerts and arms the whole body, fueling chronic disease processes.
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Use Vitamin D3 to Heal Gut
Raise your vitamin D3 and K2 levels aggressively to reduce immune overactivity and promote gut lining repair.
Vitamin D wakes gut stem cells to heal intestinal permeability and calms autoimmune-related inflammation.
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Mitochondrial Damage Fuels Inflammation
Mitochondria are ancient bacteria living inside our cells producing energy but can trigger immune responses if damaged.
Damaged mitochondria released into circulation mimic infections, provoking systemic inflammation.
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What to Do When Your Get-Up-and-Go Has Got Up and Gone
Steven Gundry, MD
In 'The Energy Paradox', Dr. Steven R. Gundry expands on his previous discussions of gut, microbiome, and mitochondrial health, linking immune malfunction to the mental and physical symptoms of fatigue. The book offers a fresh look at one of the top health issues plaguing Americans—fatigue—and provides tools to quiet the autoimmune battle within, which depletes energy reserves and leads to mood disorders and weight gain. Dr. Gundry includes new guidelines on increasing mitochondrial energy production, nourishing the microbiome, and lists of energy-boosting and energy-depleting foods, along with 30 new Plant Paradox-approved recipes.
Eat Dirt
Why Leaky Gut May Be the Root Cause of Your Health Problems and 5 Surprising Steps to Cure It
Josh Axe
In 'Eat Dirt', Dr. Josh Axe explains the hidden causes and widespread effects of leaky gut syndrome, a condition where microscopic tears in the intestinal walls lead to widespread inflammation and weakened immunity. The book argues that modern 'improvements' to our food supply, such as refrigeration, sanitation, and processed foods, have contributed to this condition. Dr. Axe provides diagnostic quizzes and simple regimes to heal the gut, including reducing antibiotic use, eating seasonally, spending more time outdoors, managing stress, and incorporating probiotic-rich foods into the diet. The book emphasizes the importance of restoring bacterial diversity in the gut to achieve optimal health.
Gut-Brain Paradox
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Steven Gundry
Dr. Steven Gundry's "The Gut-Brain Paradox" explores the intricate connection between the gut microbiome and brain health. The book delves into the latest scientific research on how gut health impacts cognitive function, mood, and overall well-being. It provides practical strategies for improving gut health and optimizing brain function through diet, lifestyle changes, and targeted interventions. The book emphasizes the importance of addressing gut dysbiosis and inflammation to improve brain health. It offers a comprehensive approach to achieving optimal gut-brain connection.
Gut Check
Dr. Stephen Gundry
What if inflammation isn’t just a symptom, but the real root of nearly every chronic disease?
In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with bestselling author and cardiologist Dr. Steven Gundry to reveal what’s actually driving inflammation, from leaky gut and mitochondrial dysfunction to hidden environmental triggers. You’ll learn the science behind why your body feels like it’s constantly under attack and how to reverse it naturally.
Dr. Gundry shares his top strategies to heal the gut, support mitochondrial health, and calm the immune system using simple tools like vitamin D3, infrared saunas, fermented foods, and more.
You’ll Learn:
The true root cause of inflammation (and why most people miss it)
Why healing your gut is the key to reversing disease
How red light, heat therapy & vitamin D restore your energy
Foods Dr. Gundry recommends for gut and mitochondrial health
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