E259: Unlocking the Power of Fiber for Gut Health with Zbiotics co-founder Zack Abbott

Zack Abbott is the CEO and Co-founder of ZBiotics, and the inventor of ZBiotics' proprietary technology. He has a PhD in microbiology & immunology from the University of Michigan where he studied bacterial gene regulation. Prior to starting ZBiotics, Zack worked in clinical trial design as well as researching HIV vaccines and pursuing novel antibiotics in both academia and industry. Learn more about Zack on Episode 183 where we dive into the pre-alcohol probiotic he created. In this episode, Zack discusses the significance of fiber in gut health and introduces his new product, Sugar to Fiber. The conversation highlights the common fiber deficiency among Americans, the various benefits of fiber, and the innovative approach of using probiotics to convert sugar into fiber, enhancing dietary diversity and gut health. Episode Highlights: • Most people are fiber-deficient. 🥦 Many Americans don't get enough fiber, which is essential for digestion, metabolism, and overall gut health. • Probiotics do more than support digestion. 🦠 They play a key role in gut balance, immune function, and even how our bodies process certain foods. • Genetic engineering in food isn't always bad. 🔬 When used responsibly, it can create innovative solutions to improve health and nutrition. • Fiber fuels a healthy gut microbiome. 🍏 Eating a diverse range of fiber-rich foods helps nourish good bacteria and supports long-term health. • Small changes make a big impact. 🚀 Simple shifts—like prioritizing fiber and choosing the right probiotics—can significantly improve digestion and well-being. Chapters: 05:03 The Importance of Fiber in Gut Health 19:51 Introducing Sugar to Fiber Product 26:45 Understanding Sugar to Fiber Conversion 29:12 Benefits of Fiber and Probiotics 38:18 The Positive Use of Genetic Engineering 40:53 Product Composition and Usage 45:32 Fiber for Diverse Diets 48:44 Daily Habits for Increasing Fiber Intake 📌 Resources & Links Mentioned: zbiotics.com Use code: LIVINGWELL for 15% off your first order. FB: https://www.facebook.com/ZBiotics/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/zbiotics/ --------------------------------------------------------- Save the date for our 7-Day Spring Liver Detox April 6-12, 2025 or sign-up now! or 7-Day Vitality Reboot: Start anytime! Revitalize your body and turn inward this winter with our self-guided 7-Day Vitality Reboot designed to leave you feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to embrace the season ahead! We now have a program where you can do it on your own schedule but still receive all the wonderful support and recipes of the full program. Register here! --------------------------------------------------------- Thanks to our amazing Sponsor, Good Health Saunas. Good Health Saunas is proud to provide top-of-the-line infrared saunas that deliver the most impactful results for overall health and wellness. For more information and for your special discount please visit, www.goodhealthsaunas.com and mention The Art of Living Well Podcast. --------------------------------------------------------- Need more protein and energy in your day? Check out these amazing, high quality products from Kion, especially their essential amino acids, creatine and protein powders, which we both use daily. Use code 'ARTOFLIVING' for a discount off your purchase. ----------------------------------------------------------- Ask us a question/make a recommentation We'd love to hear from you! Click here to share your feedback and suggestions. ----------------------------------------------------------- Sign-up for your 15 minute Health Transformation Audit - Click here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Let us help you get to the root cause of your unwanted symptoms. Schedule a 15 minute consultation to discuss at-home functional medicine lab testing here. ----------------------------------------------------------- How can you support our podcast? Apple users, please subscribe and review our show on Apple Podcasts,we make sure to read them all. Android users, please be sure to subscribe to our show on Google Podcasts so that you don't miss any of the action. Tell a friend about The Art of Living Well Podcast® and our community programs. Share your favorite episode on social media and don't forget to tag us @theartofliving_well. Subscribe to our Youtube channel Shop our Favorite Products: https://www.theartoflivingwell.us/products Connect with us on social media: IG: @theartofliving_well FB: theartoflivingwell Get on our list so you don't miss out on announcements, programs and events. You can download our guests' favorite reads here. Learn more about your hosts: Marnie Dachis Marmet Stephanie May Potter