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Episode Synopsis
In this jam-packed episode of Living Vividly, we're joined by Dr. Jacob Breaux, a board-certified gastroenterologist from The Gastro Clinic in Lafayette, to explore one of the most talked-about topics in wellness today: your gut.From the rainforest-like diversity of the microbiome to the realities of gluten sensitivity, colonoscopies, probiotics, and poop (yes, we said it), Dr. Breaux breaks it all down with clarity, humor, and straight facts. We talk about:What a “healthy microbiome” really meansHow antibiotics, stress, and poor sleep disrupt gut healthWhether probiotics are worth it or just marketing hypeWhy 35 might be the new 45 for colonoscopiesAnd what your poop is trying to tell you (hint: a lot)Plus, we tackle childhood microbiome development, food allergies, H. Pylori, the fiber deficit in American diets, and how plants, beans, and fermented foods can actually change your life.If you're wondering how gut health impacts your mood, metabolism, or immune system—this is the episode for you.
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