The Dr. Hyman Show
How To Recover From IBD Without Surgery & Medication
Apr 15, 2024
In this insightful discussion, George Papanicolaou, a functional medicine expert on IBD, emphasizes dietary and lifestyle adjustments instead of relying solely on medication. Miguel Reguiro explores the healing properties of probiotics and curcumin in combating inflammation. Shilpa Ravella focuses on identifying the root causes of inflammation through targeted testing. Together, they highlight the powerful connection between gut health and overall well-being, advocating for an integrative approach to managing inflammatory bowel disease.
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- Balancing the diet with nutrients like omega-3s can aid in resolving inflammation and regulating the immune system.
- Imbalance in the gut microbiome due to diet and lifestyle factors leads to dysbiosis and chronic inflammation.
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The Role of Diet in Inflammation
The Western diet, high in sugars, processed foods, and low in fiber, contributes to chronic low-grade inflammation. Starving the gut microbiome of fiber causes microbe changes leading to inflammation. Omega-3 fats play a key role in resolving inflammation and regulating the immune system.
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