The Model Health Show

How Your Microbiome Controls Your Lifespan


Listen Later

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) 

Items mentioned in this episode include: 

Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions! 
  • Peluva.com/model - Get 15% off barefoot shoes with my code MODEL!
  • 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!  

    Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  

    • Apple Podcasts
    • Spotify
    • Soundcloud
    • Pandora
    YouTube  

    This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Pique and Peluva.

    Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation. 

    Peluva’s barefoot minimalist shoes support postural alignment, proprioception, and overall functionality. Get 15% off your order by using code MODEL at peluva.com/model.  

    ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store

    The Model Health ShowBy Shawn Stevenson

    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8

    4.8

    6,897 ratings


    More shows like The Model Health Show

    View all
    The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance by Dave Asprey

    The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

    7,216 Listeners

    Boundless Life by Ben Greenfield

    Boundless Life

    5,007 Listeners

    Well Beyond 40 by JJ Virgin

    Well Beyond 40

    1,086 Listeners

    Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth by Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge

    Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

    12,154 Listeners

    The mindbodygreen Podcast by mindbodygreen

    The mindbodygreen Podcast

    2,032 Listeners

    The Genius Life by Max Lugavere

    The Genius Life

    4,946 Listeners

    Dhru Purohit Show by Dhru Purohit

    Dhru Purohit Show

    3,470 Listeners

    The Dr. Hyman Show by Dr. Mark Hyman

    The Dr. Hyman Show

    9,194 Listeners

    The Dr. Gundry Podcast by PodcastOne

    The Dr. Gundry Podcast

    1,823 Listeners

    Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+ by Everyday Wellness™

    Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+

    150 Listeners

    BETTER! Muscle, Metabolism, Meals, & Mindset in (Peri) Menopause with Dr. Stephanie Estima by Dr. Stephanie Estima

    BETTER! Muscle, Metabolism, Meals, & Mindset in (Peri) Menopause with Dr. Stephanie Estima

    624 Listeners

    Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition by Dr. Jockers

    Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

    847 Listeners

    Huberman Lab by Scicomm Media

    Huberman Lab

    29,272 Listeners

    The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

    The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

    1,246 Listeners

    The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka by Gary Brecka

    The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

    3,131 Listeners