Interested in the intersection between our gut health, our immune system, and our bones?
Wondering how to tell if you have a leaky gut, and what to do about it if you do?
Then this episode is for you!
I spoke with the well-known functional gut health expert, Dr. Vincent Pedre, MD, and we explored the the biggest contributors to gut dysfunction; the best ways to improve your gut health; and, the expansive role the gut plays in your overall health and wellbeing.
Tune in for this fascinating episode below!
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
- 0:00 Episode start
- 2:23 Let’s talk about how you developed a passion for gut health. What was your path to becoming a leader in this field?
- 13:23 When I see people talk about their gut, they will often point to the area surrounding their navel…but, we know it’s so much more than just that small area. Can you walk us through the totality of the gut? What all is included in it?
- 16:37 Most people realize that gut health is important for absorbing nutrients, but what other areas of our health are influenced by our gut health?
- 17:05 What’s the connection between gut health and bone health?
- 20:42 How do you know if you have a leaky gut?
- 24:46 What are the biggest contributors to leaky gut?
- 30:21 How do we improve vagal tone?
- 32:44 When I was looking through this book, I noticed that it wasn’t just a list of plain foods here… you’ve also included some really great recipes as well that are beautiful dishes. How did you go about planning out what was in each of these recipes?
- 37:41 Why are fermented foods and fiber so important for gut health?
- 47:01 Where can people connect with Dr. Pedre?
Resources mentioned
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About the guest
Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, CEO/Founder of Happy Gut Life LLC, has worked as a nutraceutical consultant and spokesperson for NatureMD, and is a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner with a concierge practice in New York City since 2004. He believes the gut is the gateway to excellent wellness. His newest book, The GutSMART Protocol — featuring a 14-day personalized gut-healing plan based on the GutSMART Quiz — is the culmination of years of research and clinical experience as a functional gut health expert.
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