The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee Dr. Will Bulsiewicz on Healing Your Gut, Reducing Inflammation and Improving Health
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Jan 15, 2026 
Join Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a gastroenterologist and microbiome expert, as he reveals how gut health is pivotal in managing inflammation and chronic diseases. Delve into the connection between stress, loneliness, and inflammation, and hear about Will's own health journey from burnout to vitality. Discover why a plant-forward diet and fiber are essential for gut health, and learn how simple changes can make a profound difference. This conversation blends science with practical tools for holistic health.
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Gut Dysbiosis Drives Systemic Inflammation
- Dr. B links over 130 health conditions to inflammation and gut dysbiosis.
- He argues that healing the gut can reduce systemic chronic inflammation and disease risk.
Doctor's Personal Health Turning Point
- Will Bulsiewicz describes being 50 pounds overweight, depressed, and with high blood pressure despite medical success.
- That personal low point sparked his search beyond prescriptions and led to his healing and new clinical approach.
Loneliness Triggers Gut-Linked Inflammation
- Loneliness and lack of purpose create chronic stress that activates the sympathetic nervous system.
- This stress disrupts the gut, fueling inflammation and worsening mental and physical health.
