If you’re looking to actively strengthen your immune system, your gut health plays a pivotal role!
Board-certified gastroenterologist, bestselling author, microbiome expert, and the gut health queen, Dr. Robynne Chutkan, shares the dramatic link between the health of our microbiome – the trillions of bacteria that live in our digestive tract – and the likelihood of getting viruses and disease.
Although trained in Western medicine, Robynne takes an integrative approach and looks at how food and lifestyle can make a significant difference to your gut health, and more specifically, in building your immunity. From the synthesis of hormones and vitamins to the digestion and absorption of nutrients, the removal of toxins, and so much more, your gut microbiome impacts almost every aspect of your health and wellbeing.
The good news? Our microbiomes are constantly evolving, and you can make changes at any time to boost your natural defenses and improve resiliency.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
You’ll feel empowered to find the pathway back to health if you’re suffering and proven protection if you want to stay well.
Tweetables:
“People have to make that connection between what they’re putting in their mouth and not just how they’re feeling but their immune health.” — @DrChutkan [0:25:09]
“If I were to give you my top 10 [gut health tips], at the top of that list is eat more vegetables.” — @DrChutkan[0:44:21]
“Exercise is the most potent, non-pharmaceutical way to improve your immune system.” — @DrChutkan [0:46:48]
Resources:
‘American Gut: an Open Platform for Citizen Science Microbiome Research’
Learn More about Dr. Robynne Chutkan:
FREE Anti-Viral Gut Master Class
Website: robynnechutkan.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robynne-chutkan-608632195
Instagram: @gutbliss
Facebook: @drrobynnechutkan
Twitter: @DrChutkan
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