

661: Gut Health Doctor: How to Use Food to Heal Your Microbiome (Eat This) | Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride
Jul 15, 2025
Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride, a pioneer in gut health and the GAPS Diet, emphasizes the vital role of food in healing the microbiome. She challenges common dietary myths, highlighting the superiority of animal-based nutrition over plant foods. The discussion covers the dangers of industrial food and the benefits of organic farming, along with insights on the importance of personalized nutrition for gut health. Dr. Campbell-McBride also shares the significance of meat stock and the ongoing milk debate, advocating for raw milk as a healthier option.
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Prioritize Healing Over Testing
- Testing for gut microbes is secondary and should be used only after understanding the patient's history and symptoms.
- Prioritize spending resources on good quality food and beginning the healing process before investing in expensive tests.
Body as a Microbial Community
- The human body is a microbial community, with microbes residing in every part including the gut, brain, and organs.
- Food directly influences this microbial community, making nutrition the most powerful medicine for health and healing.
Buy From Organic Farmers
- Buy food directly from trusted local organic regenerative farmers to avoid chemically contaminated supermarket food.
- Visit farms to assess animal and land care to ensure high-quality food supply.