129: Dr. Jessie Hoffman (@jessiehoffman_phd) - Everything gut health: why is gut health important? Importance of fiber + food diversity, practical use of elimination diets, sorting through BS & non-evidence based practices in the nutrition space

Had an amazing conversation with Dr. Jessie Hoffman, PhD, RDN, on all things related to gut health - what it is, why it matters, and how to support it. Jessie (a professor at Winthrop University) is a wealth of knowledge in the nutrition world + she shares so many invaluable insights in this episode. Topics discussed:-Difference between the 'gut' vs. GI tract + why gut health is important.-Walking through the process of digestion (where it begins to the key organs involved and how each plays a role in breaking down and absorbing nutrients).-What are things we can do to take care of our gut?-How much should you be pooping? What frequency can tell us.-Fiber.. why, how much, importance of diversity and how to eat more of it.-Probiotics vs prebiotics, fermented foods and other high fiber food products on the market.-Why do people 'feel better' when they initially go on an elimination diet?-Practical steps for figuring out what foods you do/don't tolerate.-What do we not know about the gut yet..? Debunking some of the pseudoscience on your social media feed.-Utility and/or efficacy for GI Maps, IGG tests + other gut testing being sold in the nutrition space.+ so much more in-between.I loved this chat and I know you will too!Where to find Jessie:IG: @jessiehoffman_phdWebsite: www.jessiephd.comWhere to find me:IG: @lukesmithrdCheck out my website HERETIA for listening!!