The Healthy Foods that Beat Acid Reflux & Diverticular Disease

Thanks to the standard Western diet and our busy modern lifestyles, gut health issues like acid reflux and diverticular disease have become so common that we almost accept them as normal.In this live episode recorded in Washington D.C. with Chuck Carroll of The Exam Room Podcast, I break down what’s really driving these gut problems — and how the food on your plate can be your most powerful medicine.We dive into the science behind gut-friendly diets, the essential role of fibre, and why millions of people are set up for gut issues by a low-fibre, meat-heavy diet. I also share a story from a visit to a U.S. pharmacy that made the connection between diet, disease, and drugstore shelves all too clear.In this episode, we cover:Why diverticular disease has become so common in countries following a Western-style dietHow fibre protects your gut — and how low-fibre diets increase hospitalisationsWhat you need to know about acid reflux and GERD — and how to treat the root cause, not just the symptomsThe problem with relying on antacids long-termWhy high-fat meals can make reflux worse — and the case for a high-fibre, low-fat dietThe gut health red flags I spotted in the pharmacy aisleThe simple, evidence-based changes that can transform your gut healthIf you or someone you care about is struggling with gut symptoms — or just wants to support long-term gut health — this episode is packed with practical advice and powerful insights.If you enjoyed this conversation then you’ll love: The Exam Room Podcast from the Physicians Committee.Follow Chuck Carroll: on InstagramWant more gut health insights?  The Real Science Behind Gut Health And Food Intolerances - What Everybody With Gut Problems Needs To Know.Order my new book: “What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food”Amazon UKWaterstones UK Easons IrelandBarnes & Noble US (release date July 14)US Australia and New ZealandUpdates and free guide "Build Your Healthy Plate" Join the mailing list Connect with Dr Alan Desmond  Instagram Threads Sponsored by Linwoods Healthfoods: Shop with 15% discount