177: How to Boost Your Immune System by Healing Your Gut w/ Dr. Vincent Pedre

What we're talking about in this episode!

• The best ways to fix your leaky gut, even if you don’t know you have it yet
• How to protect your immune system and create a stronger gut foundation
• Tips to help avoid viral diseases such as the Covid-19 virus through gut health
• Ways to protect your gut while stocking up on food during a quarantine 
• Learn about the biophysical effect stress has on your body and immune system

Episode Summary: 

Today Dr. Vincent Padre is taking time off the front lines helping treat the Covid-19 virus to share recommendations on ways that you can boost your immune system by restoring your gut health. The medical director of Pedre Integrative Health, founder of Dr. Pedre wellness and practicing physician in New York City since 2004, Dr. Pedre is my go-to doctor when it comes to shedding light on the organ in charge of your immune system, the gut.

Did you know that 70% of your immune system can be found in the lining of your gut? Your gut impacts your entire body, especially how your immune system responds, which is why it is extra important to take care of your gut health now so that your body can focus on keeping your immune system in tip-top shape. 

Dr. Pedre is here to shed some light on how your body, gut, and hormones work together and provide practical ways that you can boost your immune system to achieve excellent health. Your gut is your body’s foundation, and it is only by taking care of it through your diet and lifestyle that you avoid the three main reasons people suffer from increased gut permeability. 

Resources Mentioned:

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Happy Gut by Dr. Vincent Pedre

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