Karen Corbin

Dr. Karen Corbin, a registered dietitian and expert in nutrition and the gut microbiome, dives into how gut microbes can influence calorie absorption. She reveals that diet composition affects energy balance and discusses the fascinating concept of 'lost' calories due to fecal energy loss. Karen offers practical dietary tips to enhance microbiome health, emphasizes the importance of fiber, and clarifies the differences between probiotics and prebiotics. She also touches on future microbiome research and the potential of diet in personalizing metabolic health strategies.