The Dr. Hyman Show

How To Feed Your Gut

Jan 17, 2020
Discover the intricate connection between gut health and overall wellness. The discussion covers the role of gut bacteria in immunity and brain function. Learn how prebiotics and the right foods can nourish your microbiome. Insights include the gut-cancer link, emphasizing estrogen metabolism and dietary impacts. Personal experiences highlight the transformative power of nutrition on digestive health and stress management strategies for a balanced microbiome.
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INSIGHT

Microbiome and Functional Medicine

  • Functional medicine has always focused on gut health, even before the term "microbiome" was popular.
  • The 4R program is a restoration program for the gut, which can help with various diseases.
INSIGHT

Diet's Impact on Gut Bacteria

  • Diet plays a major role in gut health, influencing the growth of good or bad bacteria.
  • Certain foods can worsen gut health, while others improve it.
ADVICE

Feeding Good Bacteria

  • Choose food to feed your good bacteria, such as pomegranate, maca, and cranberries.
  • These prebiotics act like "miracle grow" for beneficial bacteria like Akkermansia muciniphila.
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