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Dr. Steven Gundry: How to Improve Gut Health | EP 477

Jan 11, 2024

Dr. Steven Gundry, a top cardiothoracic surgeon and nutritional pioneer, discusses gut health, microbiomes, changes in food consumption, benefits of fermentation, sparkling water, and the side effects of nicotine. He also explores the symbiotic relationship between kingdoms, toxoplasmosis, therapy, plant-based diets, and the impact of fermentation on gut health. Additionally, he discusses carbon dioxide production, M-Tor, Rapamycin, optimizing M-Tor levels, meal timing, the interconnectedness of physiological processes, and the effect of olive oil on blood vessels.

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Quick takeaways

Gut bugs have a significant impact on behavior, as seen in the manipulation of rats by toxoplasmosis to reach its final host.

The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in influencing behavior and mental well-being, with fermentation and diverse bacteria supporting emotional health.

Deep dives

The Importance of Gut Bugs on Health and Wellness

This podcast episode delves into the impact of gut bugs on various aspects of our health and wellness. The guest, Dr. Stephen Gundry, emphasizes the role of gut bugs in influencing our mind, emotions, sleep, energy levels, body composition, and fitness. Gut bugs are considered to be an intermingling of the thought processes of numerous organisms living in and on us, challenging traditional notions of the mind. These organisms communicate through trans-kingdom communication, which involves a symbiotic relationship between different kingdoms, such as animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria. Dr. Gundry suggests that understanding and supporting this symbiotic relationship can greatly enhance overall well-being.

Introduction

2min

Understanding Trans-Kingdom Communication for Improved Health

2min

Toxoplasmosis: Infecting Minds

26min

The Importance of Therapy and Exploring the Nuances of Plant-Based Diets

5min

The Impact of Fermentation on Gut Health

4min

Carbon Dioxide Production, M-Tor, and Rapamycin

2min

Optimizing M-Tor Levels and Meal Timing for Performance and Longevity

13min

Interconnectedness of Physiological Processes and the Role of Olive Oil

2min

Effect of Olive Oil on Blood Vessels

5min

Leading cardiothoracic surgeon and nutritional pioneer Dr. Steven Gundry joins us for a conversation on the importance of gut health, discussing bacteria within microbiomes, changes in food consumption, and the importance of meal times. We also discuss the benefits of fermentation, sparkling water, and the unfortunate side effects of nicotine.

Dr. Steven Gundry is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition. He hosts top-rated health show, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, is the Founder and Director of The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine, and founder of Gundry MD, a line of wellness products and supplements.

After a distinguished surgical career as a professor and chairman of cardiothoracic surgery at Loma Linda University, Dr. Gundry changed his focus to curing modern diseases via dietary changes. He is the author of New York Times bestsellers The Plant Paradox, The Plant Paradox Cookbook, The Plant Paradox Quick & Easy, and The Longevity Paradox, along with national bestsellers The Plant Paradox Family Cookbook, The Energy Paradox, Dr. Gundry’s Diet Evolution, and Unlocking the Keto Code, and has had more than 300 articles published in peer-reviewed journals on using diet and supplements to eliminate heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune disease, and multiple other diseases.

He will also be releasing his next book Gut Check: Unleash the Power of Your Microbiome to Reverse Disease and Transform Your Mental, Physical, and Emotional Health on January 9, 2024.

Pre-Order Gut Check here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/gut-check-steven-r-gundry-md?variant=41046789750818

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