The Rich Roll Podcast Heal Your Gut: Dr. Alan Desmond On Optimizing Your Microbiome Through Plants
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Jul 10, 2023 Dr. Alan Desmond, a gastroenterologist and author of The Plant-Based Diet Revolution, shares insightful strategies for optimizing gut health through a plant-centric diet. He emphasizes the importance of consuming at least 30 different plant-based foods for better digestion and disease prevention. The discussion reveals the strong connection between diet, the microbiome, and overall well-being. Dr. Desmond also tackles dietary confusion, advocates for sustainability in eating habits, and highlights the significance of diversity in nutrition for health.
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McDonald's for IBD?
- A young man hospitalized with IBD was told he could eat anything, even McDonald's, to regain calories.
- This sparked Dr. Desmond's quest for evidence-based dietary advice for gut health.
Meat and IBD Risk
- A study in the journal Gut revealed red meat consumption tripled IBD hospitalization risk.
- Processed meat increased this risk fivefold, highlighting the impact of diet on gut health.
Gut as Control Center
- The gut, beyond digestion, acts as a control center impacting overall health, including immunity and cardiovascular function.
- Various medical specialists now study the gut microbiome's influence on their respective fields.
