Did you know your gut microbiome can directly impact your bone health? In this episode, Dr. Emeran Mayer, a renowned gastroenterologist, neuroscientist, and professor at UCLA, reveals how the health of your gut can directly influence your bones, estrogen levels, and overall health.
Dr. Mayer explains how diverse fiber sources in your diet can support a healthy microbiome, and he shares fascinating new research on targeted probiotics that could help boost your body’s estrogen production. We explore the role of your gut in reducing inflammation and how the microbiome helps recycle estrogen, which is crucial during and after menopause.
If you’re looking for a holistic approach to bone health, this episode is full of valuable, research-backed advice to improve your gut microbiome and strengthen your bones!
“Microbes thrive on raw fiber. The more you reduce fiber by processing food and overcooking it, the less benefits you get from your intrinsic healing system.“
~ Emeran Mayer, MD
In this episode:
[02:05] – Why Dr. Mayer is passionate about microbiome science
[05:15] – The importance of sufficient and diverse fiber for a healthy microbiome
[11:25] – The science behind short-chain fatty acids and their anti-inflammatory effects
[16:11] – How to increase the variety of your fiber intake
[20:00] – Dr. Mayer’s thoughts on supplements
[26:52] – The role of gut microbiome in bone health and recycling estrogen
[35:58] – Probiotics-rich foods and how they can help boost your health
[43:11] – Dr. Mayer’s latest research on the gut-brain connection
[45:39] – Learn more about Dr. Mayer’s work
Resources mentioned
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