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How Your Microbiome Controls Your Lifespan


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When you think about the factors that contribute to how long you live, you probably think about behaviors like diet, sleep, smoking, and alcohol consumption. But today, the latest science on the microbiome shows that the health and diversity of your microbiome also plays a substantial role in influencing your lifespan. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear from three incredible experts on how your microbiome controls your longevity. You’ll learn about the specific gut bacteria that can reduce your risk for diseases and how to build a healthy, resilient microbiome. This special compilation features expert scientists and physicians in the specialties of genetics, cancer research, and cardiology. If you want to be healthier and live longer, unlocking the health of your microbiome is a powerful lever you can pull. This episode is here to give you all the information you need to create your healthiest gut ever. I hope you enjoy this compilation episode!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

  • Why your gut microbiome is like air traffic control for your health. (1:58)
  • How the health of your microbiome can impact your body’s reaction to medical treatments. (2:31)
  • What role gut bacteria plays in longevity. (3:54)
  • The four bacteria that can improve your health outcomes. (5:36)
  • How the probiotic strain P9 works. (7:15)
  • The importance of diet for encouraging the growth of healthy gut bacteria. (9:21)
  • Why the combination of fiber and fermented foods is so powerful. (15:18)
  • The role of microbiome diversity in promoting butyrate production. (16:17)
  • What xenobiotics are. (17:35)
  • The impact that antibiotics have had on the human microbiome. (20:20)
  • How consuming resistant starches can improve your gut health. (23:05)
  • What the gut-centric theory of hunger is. (24:41)
  • The health benefits of forest bathing. (27:11)
  • What postbiotics are. (32:49)
  • How to incorporate more fermented polyphenols into your diet. (35:19)
  • Why your microbiome is a holistic marker for your entire body. (41:38)
  • How many plant foods to consume every week for optimal microbial diversity. (43:43)
  • The impact time restricted feeding has on the microbiome. (44:18) 

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  • Reverse Aging, Prevent Disease, & Live Longer with Dr. William Li - Listen to episode 857!
  • How Gut Health Impacts Brain Health with Dr. Steven Gundry - Listen to episode 755!
  • The Truth About Gut Health & Longevity with Dr. Tim Spector - Listen to episode 850!  

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