4 Ways to Improve your Gut Health (& why it matters) (S5, E20)

Published: Aug. 28, 2023, 10 a.m.

I never knew how important gut health was until the life-changing event I describe in this episode. The great news is, a few diet changes can lead to amazing improvement in overall gut health.


We dive into 4 of those changes in today's episode, focusing especially on fermented foods.


I debunk the common misconceptions around fermented foods and encourage you with just how easy, and delicious, ferments can be.


In this episode:

  • The life-changing event that made me start thinking about gut health
  • The important role of the good gut bacteria in our microbiomes
  • The connection between gut health and dopamine and serotonin
  • Many studies show a disrupted microbiome affects our immune response, causes weight gain, and paves the way for all sorts of pathogens
  • Why the fiber in our fruit and veggies is so important
  • What it means for us that polyphenols aren't always digestible
  • What are true "whole grains" and why are they good for us
  • Fermented foods and probiotics
  • The best salt to use when fermenting and why it's important
  • Why you should taste your ferments daily
  • Storage options for fermented foods
  • Kahm yeast... if it's good and what to do with it
  • Ways to use fermented food


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