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Nutritional Expert Reveals Why You Have Cravings and How To Stop Them | Ed Mylett

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Dec 13, 2025
Dr. Amy Shah, a physician specializing in gut health, reveals how gut bacteria dictate cravings and hormonal balance, especially in women. Bob Harper, a fitness trainer, shares his journey after a cardiac arrest, emphasizing the importance of internal health markers. Health journalist Max Lugavere warns about the dangers of ultra-processed foods while highlighting the brain-boosting power of cruciferous vegetables. Together, they expose the hidden connections between gut health, emotional well-being, and longevity, encouraging listeners to make mindful nutritional choices.
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INSIGHT

Gut Bacteria Drive Hormone Balance

  • Gut bacteria can influence hormone levels like testosterone and estrogen and thus affect mood and cycles.
  • Dr. Amy Shah explains gut health is foundational to women's hormone stability and PMS management.
ADVICE

Adjust Diet And Exercise By Cycle Phase

  • During the late luteal phase, reduce high-stress exercise and avoid long fasts that worsen hormone-driven stress.
  • Favor complex carbs and healthy fats (e.g., sweet potato, beans, rice, avocado) to reduce PMS cravings and insulin spikes.
ADVICE

Feed And Seed Your Microbiome Daily

  • Eat probiotic foods daily (yogurt, kimchi, fermented cottage cheese, apple cider vinegar) aiming for 4–6 servings when possible.
  • Feed those bacteria with prebiotic fiber and polyphenol-rich foods like psyllium husk to support microbiome health.
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