In today’s Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I sit down with Dr. Vincent Pedre, a board-certified internist, functional medicine expert, and bestselling author of Happy Gut. Together, we dive into the vital role gut health plays in overall wellness, from its influence on inflammation and immunity to its connection with breast health. Dr. Pedre shares actionable insights on how microplastics disrupt gut health, why organic coffee matters, and the creation of Happy Gut Coffee.

This episode is packed with takeaways, including the risks of GLP1 medications, the importance of real foods over processed options, and personalized gut health protocols to transform your well-being.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How microplastics harm gut health and fuel chronic inflammation.
• The benefits of organic coffee for gut health and Happy Gut Coffee.
• Risks of GLP1 medications on muscle and bone health.
• How to personalize gut health protocols for different gut types.
• The connection between gut health, immunity, and overall wellness.
• Why avoiding processed foods is key to vibrant health.
• Dr. Pedre’s journey from gut struggles to advocating for holistic healing.

Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and the role of gut health
04:06 Dr. Pedre’s journey to functional medicine
12:02 Gut health’s link to immunity
27:07 Understanding leaky gut
38:01 Gluten, pesticides, and gut health
45:58 Antibiotics and their impact on gut health
49:26 Navigating antibiotics' effects
01:00:00 Redesigning medical education for gut health
01:13:00 Overview of the Happy Gut program
01:17:00 Personalized healing with the Gut Smart Protocol
01:23:00 Soy: helpful or harmful?
01:25:00 Fermented foods for gut health
01:27:00 Benefits of collagen and bone broth
01:31:00 Coffee and gut health
01:48:00 Closing remarks

Dr. Vincent Pedre is a board-certified internist, functional medicine expert, and the bestselling author of Happy Gut: The 28-Day Program. With over two decades of clinical experience, he has become a leading authority on gut health and the microbiome, blending holistic approaches with conventional medicine to help people heal naturally. Dr. Pedre is the creator of the Gut C.A.R.E. Program, a proven system designed to resolve digestive issues, reduce inflammation, and improve overall well-being. He is a sought-after speaker, educator, and advisor who is passionate about empowering individuals to take control of their health.

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