Functional medicine expert Sachin Patel shares insights on gut health, digestion, and achieving a parasympathetic state for optimal well-being. Topics include autophagy, fasting protocols, cellular function, and a free health improvement program. Promotes engaging with other podcasts for personal growth.
Choose nutritious foods, avoid allergens, and prioritize fiber for optimal gut health.
Practice mindful eating by chewing thoroughly for better digestion and nutrient absorption.
Create a relaxed environment while eating to support optimal digestion and overall well-being.
Deep dives
Choosing the Right Foods for Optimal Health
Choose foods that align with your highest values and are beneficial for your health, avoiding common allergens like gluten and dairy, toxic fats, and striving for a diet rich in fiber and nutrients.
Importance of Proper Chewing Habits
Chew food thoroughly, around 40 to 60 times per bite, to aid in digestion and nutrient absorption, emphasizing the significance of mindful eating practices.
Relax and Eat Mindfully
Create a relaxed environment when eating, emphasizing the importance of being in a parasympathetic state while consuming food, fostering a state of rest and repair for optimal digestion.
Express Gratitude for Meals
Appreciate every meal and reflect on the individuals and processes involved in bringing food to your plate, encouraging a mindset of gratitude and connection to the nourishment provided.
Regularly Assess Digestive Health
Visually inspect stool for color and consistency, monitor gas production, consider getting a functional stool test to evaluate gut health, highlighting the significance of monitoring and optimizing digestive function.
In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais is joined by special guest Sachin Patel, functional medicine practice success coach, international speaker, best-selling author, and founder of The Living Proof Institute and Perfect Practice Podcast. With a philosophy that “the doctor of the future is the patient”, he is actively doing whatever it takes to keep people out of the medical system.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on the impact of digestive issues in other areas of well-being and learn his expert steps and product recommendations for resetting your gut health.