131 The Fascinating New Science of Gut Microbiome and how it Controls Your Energy Levels and Brain | Dr Tom Buckley

Fecal transplants, coffee, and probiotics - dive into the groundbreaking research shaping our understanding of gut health! Dr. Tom Buckley joins the Performance Intelligence Podcast to share the latest insights and reveal what truly works for a healthy microbiome.As an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney and specialising in Precision Medicine, Dr. Tom is a trusted voice on the podcast. He intertwines personal experience with cutting-edge research, making complex topics accessible and relatable.“Everyone wants energy… but marvellous mitochondria - where do they come from? They originated from bacteria. We are intimately connected with the microbes in our bodies until our habits lead to dysbiosis, where the balance is disrupted…”2:00 What got Dr Tom so interested in gut microbiome.3:50 The trillions of cells and bacteria in the body and how they interact with the world.5:35 What is gut microbiome?7:20 How this topic is so integral to Dr Tom’s health journey.9:45 Dr Tom’s research into the gut microbiome and some of the factors that influence it.15:35 Dr Tom’s previous thoughts on coffee.20:55 The effects of coffee on the gut microbiome.25:30 The surprising multitude of things that affect the gut microbiome.28:30 Everyone has a unique gut microbiome and what works for one person might not work for others.33:10 The rise in fecal transplants and the science behind them.35:40 Dr Tom’s experience in rebalancing his own gut microbiome.39:30 Dr Tom’s food recommendations for a healthy gut and why probiotics aren’t as good for you as you might think.45:35 Try a Mediterranean diet to start improving your gut microbiome.48:05 The effects of alcohol on the gut microbiome.50:15 Most people don’t get enough fiber in their diet.55:20 The anecdotal evidence of heat and sauna therapy on the gut microbiome.57:25 Dr Tom’s overall recommendations for gut health.Find the summary slide mentioned in the podcast here: https://shorturl.at/33sm5Read the Medical News Today article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-might-drinking-coffee-alter-your-gut-microbiome