Gut Health w/ Dr. Paul Anderson

Dr. Paul Anderson is back on the show this week, this time talking all about gut health and how to optimize our gut through lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Todd’s own health changed when he cut out gluten and found chronic symptoms like headaches and joint pain were no longer plaguing him. For this episode Todd invites Dr. Anderson to introduce us to the basics of gut health—diving into the brain-gut axis, probiotics versus prebiotics, the dangers of antibiotics, and tests anyone can do to determine what’s irritating their gut. The two close out their conversation by looking at steps we can all take to optimize our gut health. The gut is truly the beginning and end of so many health problems, but working towards a healthy gut doesn’t have to be impossible. Gut health is a skill you can acquire and master if equipped with the right knowledge and tools. Learn more about Dr. Anderson and his practice on his website: https://dranow.com/. Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com   Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health  CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Overview03:19 The Impact of Gut Health on Nutrient Absorption05:38 The Connection Between Gut Health and Joint Health07:03 Gut Health and its Influence on Mental Well-being08:32 The Role of Gut Health in Cardiovascular Health09:31 Gut Health and Muscle Building10:58 Hormone Regulation and Gut Health14:44 Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis20:23 The Negative Effects of Gluten on Gut Health21:21 Maintaining a Healthy Gut for Optimal Well-being25:36 The Impact of Agriculture and Chemical Additives on Gut Health27:04 The Gut's Ability to Heal Itself32:58 The Role of Antibiotics in Gut Health36:44 The Importance of Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods40:05 Using Stool Tests to Determine Gut Health43:01 Achieving Optimal Gut Health Your health is a skill you can build. Start with the free resources at podtodd.com or explore team-based health optimization at stark.health