329. Should you eat fermented foods? Colonoscopies, PPIs, Antibiotics, H.Pylori – Dr. Neil Stollman

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast . _____ Dr. Neil and I dive into the complexity of the gut microbiome, challenging the notion that a single probiotic strain can fix everything. We explore how diversity—not one 'superbug'—may be the real key to gut health. We also unpack how fecal transplants work, why antibiotics often do more harm than good, and if fermented foods are necessary or ideal. Dr. Neil Stollman is a practicing gastroenterologist based in Oakland, California, and serves as voluntary faculty at UCSF. A pioneer in the field of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), he has been involved in gut microbiome research and treatment for over two decades. Known for his work with Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) and broader gut health issues, Dr. Stollman brings a balanced and often humorous perspective to microbiome science. We discuss the following: All about Dr. Neil Stollman The importance of gut health All about Akkermansia Glyphosate and other antimicrobial foods FMT (Fecal Microbiota Transplantation) Getting sick from C. diff (Clostridioides difficile) Strengthening the Microbiome Do we need Ferments Thoughts on giving antibiotics to people with C. diff Symptoms of H. pylori Thoughts on long-term PPI use Why gut doctors prescribe PPIs Thoughts on colon tests Where to find Dr. Neil Stollman _____ EPISODE RESOURCES Website Twitter The Sonnenburgs Fermented Food Study OpenBiome (Stool Bank) NwJ Complete Wellness Panel Complete GI Map Stool Test _____ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO ⛑️ Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast 📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES 📫 Weekly Newsletter 📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet 📚 Articles 🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners _____ *DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.