11. The Gut Microbiome & Optimization Through Diet

16/09/2022 40 min
11. The Gut Microbiome & Optimization Through Diet

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Episode Synopsis

In episode #11, I share insights into what the gut microbiome is, why it is important to have bacteria in our microbiome and how the microbiome is related to not only our physical health, but mental health as well. We discuss the potential microbial involvement in cravings as well as ways to optimize and maintain the gut microbiome through the input of dietary sources such as dietary fiber, fermented foods, plant polyphenols and more. So how does the gut microbiome fit into this idea of power through wellness? Tune in to find out!    References 1. Akkermansia & Diabetes Study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3670398/ 2. Fermented Foods Study https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(21)00754-6#secsectitle0250 3. Plant Diversity Study https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/mSystems.00031-18 4. Cravings & The Gut Microbiome Review Article  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4270213/

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