EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025
REPLAY: Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: The gut microbiome with Michelle Woolhouse & Dr Arun Dhir
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In this week’s podcast Dr Arun Dhir, a gastroenterology surgeon, clinical researcher and author of Happy Gut, Healthy Weight, joins Dr Michelle Woolhouse as they delve into the crucial connection between gut health and various chronic conditions, including Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and its links with obesity. 1 in 5 people experience GORD on a weekly basis and in this episode, Dr Arun discusses his algorithm for investigating an individual presenting with GORD. Dr Arun also talks to the challenges of diagnosing conditions like hiatus hernias and the importance of comprehensive investigations, while offering practical advice on improving gut health through diet, stress management, and complementary therapies. Covered in this episode: (0:46) Welcome Dr Arun Dhir (2:30) Dr Arun’s story (7:25) “All diseases begin in the gut” (12:16) Factors causing GORD (18:17) Hiatus hernia (21:39) Intra-abdominal pressure (23:08) Helicobacter pylori (25:35) Gut testing (32:09) Gastrocolic reflex (34:44) Complementary treatment options (40:02) Low grade gastritis (43:42) Final remarks Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.bioceuticals.com.au/education/podcasts/gastro-oesophageal-reflux-disease---the-gut-microbiome-as-first-principle Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: www.bioceuticals.com.au/signup/ FX DISCLAIMER: The information provided on fx Medicine by BioCeuticals is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.
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In this week’s podcast Dr Arun Dhir, a gastroenterology surgeon, clinical researcher and author of Happy Gut, Healthy Weight, joins Dr Michelle Woolhouse as they delve into the crucial connection between gut health and various chronic conditions, including Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and its links with obesity. 1 in 5 people experience GORD on a weekly basis and in this episode, Dr Arun discusses his algorithm for investigating an individual presenting with GORD. Dr Arun also talks to the challenges of diagnosing conditions like hiatus hernias and the importance of comprehensive investigations, while offering practical advice on improving gut health through diet, stress management, and complementary therapies. Covered in this episode: (0:46) Welcome Dr Arun Dhir (2:30) Dr Arun’s story (7:25) “All diseases begin in the gut” (12:16) Factors causing GORD (18:17) Hiatus hernia (21:39) Intra-abdominal pressure (23:08) Helicobacter pylori (25:35) Gut testing (32:09) Gastrocolic reflex (34:44) Complementary treatment options (40:02) Low grade gastritis (43:42) Final remarks Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.bioceuticals.com.au/education/podcasts/gastro-oesophageal-reflux-disease---the-gut-microbiome-as-first-principle Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: www.bioceuticals.com.au/signup/ FX DISCLAIMER: The information provided on fx Medicine by BioCeuticals is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.
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