The School of Greatness

How To HEAL Your Gut Microbiome for Better Mood, Weight Loss & Disease Prevention

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Apr 25, 2025
Dr. William Li, a physician and author, joins nutritionist Shawn Stevenson and gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to dive into gut health's critical role in overall well-being. They discuss how consuming a variety of 30 plants weekly can significantly enhance your microbiome. The trio emphasizes the link between family meals and reduced disease risk. Dr. Li warns against ultra-processed foods while highlighting the rapid healing effects of whole foods. Together, they stress that achieving better health can be accomplished through small, consistent lifestyle changes.
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ADVICE

Eat 30 Different Plants Weekly

  • Aim to eat at least 30 different plants weekly to optimize gut microbiome diversity.
  • This diversity supports a healthy gut and overall health, beyond just simple plant consumption.
INSIGHT

Microbes Have Food Preferences

  • Microbes in our gut have food preferences and personalities, so eating a diverse array of plants feeds a richer microbiome.
  • Limited plant variety leaves many microbes hungry, disrupting balance and health.
INSIGHT

Plant Fiber Boosts Satiety Hormone

  • Eating diverse plants increases GLP-1 hormone naturally, which controls satiety and blood sugar.
  • This natural fiber intake complements, but doesn't replace, medical appetite suppressants like Ozempic.
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