The Rich Roll Podcast

Gut Health Compilation: Leading Experts On Fiber, Inflammation, Cancer Survival, & How Your Gut Predicts Your Future Health

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Jul 3, 2025
Will Bulsiewicz, a leading gastroenterologist and microbiome researcher, discusses how fiber can boost cancer survival rates and the significant role the microbiome plays in health. Tim Spector reveals how gut bacteria may influence aging and cancer resilience. Robynne Chutkan emphasizes how our gut shapes immune responses, shedding light on connections between gut health and mental well-being. Together, they challenge dietary myths and underscore the importance of whole foods in optimizing both physical and mental health.
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Tumor Microbiomes Affect Cancer Survival

  • Cancer tumors have their own microbiomes separate from the gut that affect prognosis.
  • Higher diversity of tumor or gut microbiomes is linked to better survival outcomes with treatments like immunotherapy.
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Fiber's Impact on Cancer Treatment

  • Dietary fiber boosts survival during melanoma immunotherapy.
  • Every 5 grams of extra fiber intake increases survival chances by 30%.
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The Gut Microbiome's Vital Role

  • The gut hosts trillions of microbes forming a virtual organ as large as the brain.
  • These microbes modulate the immune system, fight aging, and affect mood and metabolism.
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