298: Support Gut Health & Holistic Wellbeing with Science-Based Strategies – Dr. Hannah Holscher

Full shownotes, transcript and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/298 This episode is sponsored. Commercial support has been provided by Danone North America & Activia. Dr. Hannah Holscher is a paid consultant to Danone North America. No brands are discussed or promoted. Gut health and the gut microbiome play an important role in overall wellbeing, including digestion and immunity. This episode explores the latest research and practical strategies for promoting gut health through nutrient-rich dietary patterns, lifestyle factors, and the inclusion of probiotic and fermented foods. Tune in to this episode to learn about: · why the gut is such an important foundation for overall health · what the gut microbiome is and how diet shapes it · key roles of the digestive tract and how the microbiome factors in · how long it takes for the microbiome to respond to dietary changes · research on how diet quality and variety impact the gut microbiome · how plant-based foods and fermented foods impact microbial diversity · definitions of prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics and postbiotics · strain-specific probiotic effects · lifestyle factors that impact gut health · practical steps to support gut health · how dietitians can simplify the science for clients · resources for health professionals and the public This episode (Support Gut Health and Holistic Wellbeing with Science-Based Strategies) awards 1.0 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration's CPEU Prior Approval Program. Visit https://soundbitesrd.com/298 to access the CPEU activity.