The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Poo Scientist: "If Your Poo Looks Like This Go To A Doctor!", "Your Gut Health Causes Belly Fat, Anxiety!" & "Alcohol Is Destroying Your Gut Microbiome!"
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Jan 1, 2024 
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, an award-winning gastroenterologist and expert in gut health, joins the discussion to uncover the mysteries of our microbiome. He emphasizes the crucial role of fiber in our diets for optimal health and explains how bowel movements can indicate underlying issues. The conversation highlights how alcohol disrupts gut balance and why diverse plant intake is essential. Listeners learn about gut health's influence on mental well-being, the impact of inherited microbiomes, and the importance of lifestyle choices in maintaining digestive harmony.
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Gut Microbiome's Wide Influence
- Many health issues, including digestion, immunity, metabolism, mood, and brain health, connect to the gut microbiome.
- This "black box" understanding was previously missing, but now we know choices impact gut microbes, transforming our physiology.
Understanding Gut Microbes
- Microbes, mostly bacteria, are microscopic, living organisms covering our bodies.
- A massive concentration of 38 trillion microbes exists in our colon, forming the gut microbiome.
Microbe Exposure at Birth
- Initial exposure to microbes occurs during birth, especially through the birth canal.
- This exposure is crucial for immune system development and lifelong partnership with microbes.
