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The Ant-Viral Gut: Robynne Chutkan, MD On Optimizing Immunity & Preventing Disease From The Inside Out

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Oct 31, 2022

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Robynne Chutkan, MD

Join Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a board-certified gastroenterologist and microbiome expert, as she illuminates the crucial link between gut health and immunity. Discover how a balanced microbiome can bolster your defenses against viral illnesses. She shares practical tips on optimizing diet, exercise, and sleep to enhance your immune system. Additionally, Dr. Chutkan discusses the impact of medications like PPIs and NSAIDs on gut health, and how nature and a diverse diet play pivotal roles in overall well-being.

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Microbiome Science Advances

Microbiome science has advanced significantly, with increasing research highlighting its importance.
The pandemic tragically brought this to light, connecting gut health and immunity.

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Understanding the Immune System

The immune system, comprising innate and acquired systems, isn't a single organ but a complex network.
The acquired system 'remembers' pathogens, crucial for vaccines and long-term immunity.

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Germ Theory vs. Terrain Theory

Germ theory focuses on pathogens causing illness, while terrain theory emphasizes host health.
Both are crucial: handwashing for germ theory, healthy diet for terrain theory.

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Exploring the Intricacies of Gut Health and Microbiome Function

01:49 • 4min

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Reflecting on Gut Health Advances

05:39 • 7min

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Gut Health and Immunity Connection

12:53 • 19min

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Proton Pump Inhibitors and Gut Health

31:53 • 11min

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Understanding the Impact of Pharmaceuticals on Gut Health and Immunity

42:33 • 4min

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Assessing NSAIDs: Gut Health and Immunity

46:40 • 25min

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Gut Health Through Diet Diversity

01:11:58 • 9min

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The Crucial Sleep-Gut Connection: Health Risks Explained

01:20:56 • 3min

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The Sleep-Health Connection

01:23:51 • 6min

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Rethinking Healthcare: Obesity, Nature, and Public Health

01:30:02 • 22min

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Rethinking Hygiene: Embracing Natural Microbes for Better Health

01:51:33 • 3min

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Exploring Gut Health and Skin Wellness

01:54:34 • 23min

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Concluding Insights and Reflections on the Episode

02:17:55 • 2min

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Multiple studies now confirm a dramatic link between the health of our microbiome and our ability to combat viral illness. Today we explore this connection, with tools to promote gut health, optimize your immune system & prevent disease.

Our host for today's exploration is the queen of all things gut health, Robynne Chutkan, MD.

Dr. Chutkan is a board-certified gastroenterologist serving on the Georgetown University Hospital faculty. She is the founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, as well as the author of 4 books on the microbiome, including her most recent, The Anti-Viral Gut, which offers practical advice for optimizing diet, exercise, sleep, and time outdoors to boost the body’s defenses and our overall health.

Appearing for the 2nd time on the podcast, my initial conversation with Dr. Chutkan 7 years ago (RRP #192) dove into the nuts and bolts of the microbiome: what it is, how it functions, and how we can care for it. Today we zoom in, focusing on the antiviral aspects of gut health, why it’s so important, and what you can do about it.

We’ve talked a lot about the microbiome on this podcast, but this exchange is truly a masterclass within itself.

Watch: YouTube.

Read: Show notes.

I’ve known Robynne for many years—she is such a delightful presence. It was wonderful to have her back in the studio. Her expertise in communicating this subject matter is truly unparalleled, and I am excited to share this one with you. Enjoy!

Peace + Plants,

Rich

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