Ep 79 Your Mouth Microbiome, Your Gut, and Your Hormones with Dr. Staci Whitman

Did you know your mouth might be the missing link in your gut, hormone, and brain health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Staci Whitman, one of the world’s leading experts in functional and integrative dentistry, to talk about the controversial truth about fluoride, bleeding gums, mouth breathing, and what they’re really doing to your brain, hormones, and long-term health. We dive into how oral health affects fertility, menopause, Alzheimer’s, and even your cardiovascular system. Tune in for strategies that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about your mouth and your hormones. In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 Is fluoride doing more harm than good? 08:00 How fluoride affects pregnancy, IQ, and children’s brain health. 15:30 How the oral microbiome links to gut health. 18:00 What mouthwash brands are doing to your heart and hormones. 22:00 The top 5 things you should do to protect your oral health. 26:45 Is mouth taping safe for you? 29:30 The toothpaste ingredients you need to avoid. 37:15 The dangers of whitening toothpaste and why charcoal isn’t helping. 38:15 What women in perimenopause need to know about their teeth, hormones, and gum health. Resources Learn more about Dr. Staci Whitman HERE Get your FYGG Toothpaste HERE – The first toothpaste designed to protect your oral microbiome and support total wellness. Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Dr. Staci’s IG: @doctor_staci Dr. Staci’s TikTok: @doctor_staci Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices