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233. Cheryl Sew Hoy, Founder & CEO of Tiny Health

Apr 16, 2024
Cheryl Sew Hoy, Founder & CEO of Tiny Health, discusses the company's family-focused approach to gut health, the impact of the gut on infant well-being, future plans for pet microbiome tests, and the relationship between daily environment and microbiome. The episode explores microbiome testing for babies, Cheryl's personal journey founding Tiny Health, challenges in developing the microbiome test, democratizing access to health data, measuring gut health improvements, and timing/frequency of testing.
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  • The acquisition of initial gut microbes from the mother at birth impacts a baby's immune system and health throughout the first 1000 days of life.
  • Exposure to pets, petting zoos, and household cleaning supplies can influence gut diversity, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes for better gut health.

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The Significance of Diversity in Gut Microbiome

Maintaining a diverse gut microbiome is crucial for overall health. Exposure to pets, petting zoos, and household cleaning supplies can influence gut diversity. Lifestyle changes, such as avoiding harsh chemicals and using milder cleaning products, can impact gut health positively.

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