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The Joe Cohen Show

Optimizing Gut Health With Dr. Gundry: Lectins are the Root Cause of Inflammation and Disease | Throwback Episode #01

May 26, 2023
01:08:43

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Quick takeaways

  • Lectins found in many plant foods can damage the gut wall, leading to leaky gut syndrome and triggering immune responses.
  • Gut bacteria communicate with the immune system and influence overall health.

Deep dives

The Importance of Gut Health and Plant Defense Mechanisms

Dr. Gundry emphasizes the importance of gut health and discusses his increased focus on understanding how plants defend themselves. He believes that all disease begins in the gut and that obstacles to healing can be hidden in seemingly healthy foods. By identifying and removing these obstacles, such as lectins found in many plant foods, individuals can achieve optimum health.

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