Hi guys! Thanks for tuning into Sweat City! This episodes gets a little nerdy with gut health! We talk about the gut microbiome, what it is and how it effects so many aspects of our health. Detailed show notes below

0 - 5:32 - Intro, talk about how our holidays were
5:32 - 10:34 - What the gut microbiome is and an overview of why it's important
10:34 - 16:08 - What the gut encompasses and the process of digestion
16:08 - 22:36 - Intolerance vs. inflammation, what inflammation is, and leaky gut
22:36 - 35:39 - The gut as an ecosystem, probiotics, early life contributions to the microbiome, FODMAPS
35:39 - 40:19 - Things that cause microbiome imbalances, antibiotics, prebiotics
40:19 - 45:45 - Is food allergy testing worth it? And how to know if you need to fix your gut
45:45 - End - Extensive elimination diet protocol adapted from Dr. Ruscio and listening to your body

And that's it guys! Hope you enjoyed the episode and stay tuned for more! Find Christine on instagram at ohheychristine and Brian on instagram as mrsiedenburg, as well as his nutritional consulting website www.siedenburgnutrition.com

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Any advice or topics spoken about in this podcast should be run by your doctor or a licensed healthcare practitioner before implementation.