Ep 151: The Surprising Link Between Gut Health, Fat Loss, and Body Composition with Josh Dech

How do gut bacteria affect your metabolism, hormonal balance, inflammation, and overall physical performance? What foods and nutrients can nurture a healthy gut microbiome to enhance fat loss and improve body composition? In this episode, Philip ( @witsandweights ) speaks with Josh Dech, an ex-paramedic and Holistic Nutritionist specializing in gut health. They explore the complex, often misunderstood link between gut health, fat loss, and body composition. They bust some common myths and highlight strategies for maintaining gut health and giving it the attention it deserves. Josh, also the host of ReversABLE: The Ultimate Gut Health Podcast, knows all about the connections between your gut and the rest of your health, body, and mind. And it was the successes his clients have had with complex digestive diseases, previously thought to be impossible, that got him connected to some of the world’s most renowned doctors. Josh has been recruited to the Priority Health Academy as a medical lecturer, helping educate doctors on a holistic approach to gut health. Get an EXCLUSIVE bonus interview with Josh on home gut health tests, pre/probiotics, the connection between gut health and urinary tract infections in women, and more. Click here: https://witsandweights.com/bonus Today, you’ll learn all about: 2:15 Personal connection to gut health 4:41 Gut bacteria and its impact on hormones 7:19 The role of gut bacteria in weight loss 12:06 Gut microbiota imbalances and hormonal disruptions 13:57 Factors altering gut bacteria and strategies for a healthy gut 16:09 Gut health, imbalances, and inflammation 21:36 Strategies for a healthy gut bacteria 25:29 Nutritional principles and gut repair 27:08 Food choices and nature's influence 31:52 The role of fiber, pre/post/probiotics 38:20 Intuitive eating 41:54 Effects of exercise on gut bacteria 43:24 The question Josh wished Philip had asked 45:29 Where to learn more about Josh 46:18 Outro Episode resources: ReversABLE: The Ultimate Gut Health Podcast - reversablepod.com Website: The Gut Health Solution – gutsolution.ca Facebook: @joshdech.health IG: @joshdech.health Support the show 📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork. 🎓 Try Physique University - Evidence-based nutrition coaching and strength training to help you lose fat, build muscle, and master your metabolism with support and accountability (free custom nutrition plan with code FREEPLAN ). 👥 Join our Facebook community - Free fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition strategies for adults over 40 who want practical, science-backed fitness guidance. 👋 Ask a question or find Philip Pape on Instagram