Over two thousand years ago, Ancient Greek physician Hippocrates posited this famous quote: “All disease begins in the gut.” Today, we have the science to back him up. Our gut health influences every single aspect of our overall health, not limited to brain health, heart health, and propensity to major chronic illnesses.  In his new book, Gut Check, Dr. Steven Gundry uncovers the inextricable connection between gut health and our increasing rates of autoimmunity, mental health conditions, diabetes and more. He also outlines exactly how we can find healing and true health through restoring balance to the microbiome.  Today, Dr. Gundry is back on The Model Health Show to share the cutting-edge science from Gut Health, including how modern agriculture practices have impacted our microbiomes, specific foods you should eat to improve gut health, and the critical role gut diversity plays in our health and longevity. This episode is jam-packed with the science, tools, and motivation you need to get your gut health right—so listen in and enjoy the show! In this episode you’ll discover:  The connection between coronary heart disease and leaky gut.  Which common food has one of the biggest inflammatory molecules.  The history of glyphosate.  How glyphosate impacts the microbiome.  The correlation between glyphosate use and mental health conditions.  A major difference between wheat products in the US vs. Europe.  The scary side effects of utilizing statins.  What the blood brain barrier is and how it works.  The source of neurodegenerative diseases. How food can act as a powerful tool to heal leaky gut. The critical role of fermented foods for improving gut health.  What xenobiotics are. The two main ways we’ve damaged our microbiomes.  What the gut-centric theory of hunger is. Specific foods you can eat to support your microbiome.  How to add pre-fermented polyphenols into your diet.  The relationship between Neu5Gc and Neu5Ac.   Items mentioned in this episode include:  Beekeepersnaturals.com/model - Save 20% on raw honey & other natural remedies! Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!   Gut Check by Dr. Steven Gundry  The Plant Paradox by Dr. Steven Gundry  Gundry MD Supplements  Connect with Dr. Steven Gundry Website / Podcast / Instagram / YouTube   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation 

TMHS 755- How Gut Health Impacts Heart Health, Brain Health, & More - With Dr. Steven Gundry

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