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

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 healthThe important role of the good gut bacteria in our microbiomesThe connection between gut health and dopamine and serotoninMany studies show a disrupted microbiome affects our immune response, causes weight gain, and paves the way for all sorts of pathogensWhy the fiber in our fruit and veggies is so importantWhat it means for us that polyphenols aren't always digestibleWhat are true "whole grains" and why are they good for usFermented foods and probioticsThe best salt to use when fermenting and why it's importantWhy you should taste your ferments dailyStorage options for fermented foodsKahm yeast... if it's good and what to do with itWays to use fermented foodFor a limited time, save on my favorite fermenting kit! Use code SR10 for $10 off of $50 purchase: https://www.pjtra.com/t/TUJGRklGSkJGTElKSExCRkpIRk1K?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trueleafmarket.com%2Fproducts%2Fstainless-steel-fermenting

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