The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher

Professor Sarah Berry | Menopause & Weight Gain: Cholesterol, Seed Oils & What Nutrition Science Gets WRONG About WomenThe Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 49 / Season 4, Episode 6Topics discussed:Why women have historically been overlooked in nutrition research and what science is now getting rightMenopause, metabolism and weight gain, including what really changes during perimenopauseHow nutrition may help support common menopause symptomsThe rise of “menowashing” and how to spot evidence-based advice versus clever marketingCholesterol, heart health and dietary fats, particularly during midlifeThe truth about seed oils, inflammation and one of nutrition’s biggest controversiesWhy the food matrix matters more than simply looking at calories or a nutrition labelSmart snacking and meal timing, and what the latest evidence suggests about when and what to eatZOE’s latest discoveries around the gut microbiome, inflammation, cholesterol and personalised nutritionThe emerging science around the rise in bowel cancer in younger adults and the potential role of the gutThe nutrition myths we’re overthinking and the habits that really matter for long-term healthFind Eli Brecher here:Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukInstagram | @elibrechernutritionEmail Newsletter | www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Dr Sarah Berry here:Instagram | @drsarahberrySarah is a Professor at King’s College London and Chief Scientist at ZOE, the nutrition science company leading the gut health revolution. An academic leader in Nutrition Science, Sarah has run more than 35 human nutrition studies and currently leads the world's largest in-depth nutrition research program, the ZOE PREDICT study. Her research is at the forefront of personalised nutrition, our understanding of fats and the food structure. Sarah’s recent studies explore topics such as menopause, snacking and cardiometabolic health.She’s often featured as an expert on ZOE's own podcast, ZOE Science and Nutrition, and regularly appears on television and radio to translate complex science into useful advice._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8

Can Food Transform Your Mental Health? An NHS Psychiatry Doctor’s Perspective | Dr Ally JaffeeThe Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 48 / Season 4, Episode 5Topics Discussed:The connection between food, nutrition and mental healthWhat lifestyle psychiatry is and how it complements traditional mental healthcareThe latest science on the gut-brain connectionPractical nutrition and lifestyle foundations for supporting mood, anxiety and mental wellbeingWhy nutrition education needs a bigger role in medical training and the NHSThe reality of hospital food and what needs to changeHow to spot health and nutrition misinformation onlineThe role of social media and trusted healthcare creators in public healthHow AI and technology could shape the future of mental healthcareWhat needs to change to create a healthier, more preventative healthcare systemDr Ally’s journey from co-founding Nutritank to becoming an NHS psychiatry doctorWhat gives her hope for the future of nutrition, psychiatry and healthcareFind Eli Brecher here:Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukInstagram | @elibrechernutritionEmail Newsletter | www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Dr Ally Jaffee here:Website | https://www.drallyjaffee.com  Instagram / YouTube / Tiktok / X / LinkedIn| @drallyjaffeeDr Ally Jaffee MBChB BSc is a multi-award-winning NHS Doctor specialising in Psychiatry, Mental Health Speaker/Advocate, Transformational Life Coach, Social Media Content Creator, Youth Mental Health Charity Trustee and Nutritank co-founder. She recently won the Women of the Future Entrepreneur of the Year award 2025. Dr Ally is passionate about Preventative Healthcare and taking a proactive, rather than reactive approach with her patients. She has special interests in the fields of lifestyle and nutritional psychiatry, having contributed to pioneering work in this space. She spoke on this subject on The BBC Radio 4 ' The Food Programme' alongside chef extraordinaire Heston Blumenthal. She has been a guest on multiple podcasts and has also featured on National News channels and in The Times, The Telegraph and BBC news._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8

Jenna Hope: Has Wellness Culture Gone Too Far? Healthy Eating, Tracking, Optimisation & Screen TimeThe Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 47 / Season 4, Episode 4Topics Discussed:When healthy eating crosses the line into becoming unhealthyWhy we’ve become obsessed with tracking and optimising our healthHow social media and wellness culture are shaping our relationship with foodThe impact of modern life on our gut health and wellbeingConvenience culture and the eating habits we’ve lostWellness trends that are overcomplicating healthSupplements, biohacking and what actually matters for long-term healthWhy children’s screen time is becoming a growing concernHow screens can affect children’s development and eating habitsSimple ways to strip health back to the basicsFind Eli Brecher here:Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukInstagram | @elibrechernutritionEmail Newsletter: www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Jenna Hope here:Website | www.jennahopenutrition.com Instagram | @jennahopenutritionPodcast | We're Losing Signal - Listen on SpotifyJenna Hope is a Registered Nutritionist, Author and Podcaster. Jenna is the founder of the Nutrition Consultancy and Clinic, Jenna Hope Nutrition. She works closely with individuals, leading brands, corporate clients and the media to help them implement smarter strategies for Nutrition and support health and wellbeing for the long-term. Jenna's more recent work has led her to become fascinated with how our modern way of living is affecting our long-term health. _____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8 

Nichola Ludlam-Raine: UPFs, Ozempic & Mounjaro | Healthy Eating & Weight Loss ScienceThe Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 46 / Season 4, Episode 3Nutrition has never been more confusing.One minute we're being told to avoid ultra-processed foods at all costs. The next, social media is convincing us that we need to eat "clean" to be healthy. And with medications like Ozempic and Wegovy becoming increasingly common, many people are wondering what they really mean for long-term health, appetite and nutrition.In this episode, I'm joined by Registered Dietitian Nichola Ludlam-Raine for a balanced, science-backed conversation about some of the biggest nutrition topics dominating the headlines.Together, we explore what ultra-processed foods actually are, whether they're always as harmful as they're made out to be, why the clean eating movement can do more harm than good, and how GLP-1 medications fit into a healthy, sustainable approach to weight management.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, this episode will help you separate fact from fiction and leave you feeling more confident about making informed choices that work for you.Topics discussed:Why nutrition advice has become so confusing and how to spot misinformation onlineWhy labelling individual foods as “good” or “bad” can be misleadingWhat ultra-processed foods (UPFs) really are and why not all UPFs are equalHow to reduce UPFs without becoming restrictive or obsessiveThe rise of “clean eating” and when healthy eating can become unhealthyFood fear, guilt and building a more balanced relationship with foodHow Ozempic, Mounjaro and other GLP-1 medications workNutrition priorities when taking weight loss medicationsObesity, appetite biology and why “eat less, move more” is an oversimplificationGLP-1s vs bariatric surgery and where each fits into weight managementThe future of nutrition, healthy eating and weight managementWhether you're curious about the latest nutrition headlines or simply looking for evidence-based advice you can actually trust, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.Find Eli Brecher here:Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukInstagram | @elibrechernutritionEmail Newsletter | www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Nichola Ludlam-Raine here:Website | Nicsnutrition.com Instagram | @nicsnutrition @mummynutritionNichola is a UK Registered Dietitian with over 17 years of experience working in both the NHS and private sectors. Clinically she specialises in weight management and bariatric surgery and was recently named Media Spokesperson of the Year by the British Dietetic Association for her work on TV and in print media. Nichola is the author of the best-selling book How Not to Eat Ultra-Processed, and shares expert advice and personal insights to over 100,000 followers through her platforms @nicsnutrition and @mummynutrition._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8 

Professor Tim Spector: The Gut Health Truth | UPFs, Coffee, the Microbiome & What We Should REALLY Be EatingThe Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 45 / Season 4, Episode 2In this episode, we discuss:How Tim’s twin research transformed our understanding of genetics, nutrition and the gut microbiomeWhy we can respond completely differently to the same foodsThe future of personalised nutrition and ZOE’s latest microbiome discoveriesTim’s key principles for eating well and why we should ditch calorie countingWhether our obsession with protein has gone too farWhat traditional ways of eating can teach us about health todayFood as medicine and the foods we should be eating more ofThe science behind fermented foods and the “four Ks”The truth about ultra-processed foods and where the UPF debate gets oversimplifiedWhy we need stronger science behind health claimsWhy coffee could be a health food and whether matcha offers similar benefitsThe gut-brain connection and eating for better mood and brain healthThe rise of bowel cancer in younger adults and the potential role of the microbiomeThe future of gut health and nutrition researchFind Eli Brecher here:Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukInstagram | @elibrechernutritionEmail Newsletter | www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Tim Spector here:Website | zoe.com Instagram | @tim.spectorTim Spector, MD, is Professor of Epidemiology at King’s College London and co-founder of ZOE, the nutrition science company leading the gut health revolution. He is the bestselling author of The Diet Myth, Spoon-Fed, Food for Life, Food for Life Cookbook and Ferment. With a focus on cutting-edge science, and honoured with an OBE for his impactful work in fighting Covid-19, Tim stands at the forefront of his field. The original pioneer of microbiome research, he is among the top 100 most-cited scientists in the world._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8

I'm Pregnant! How to Prepare for Pregnancy BEFORE You Start Trying | Preconception Nutrition & Habits I Followed - Solo Ep: Eli Brecher (Nutritionist)The Gut 360 Podcast - Episode 44 / Season 4, Episode 1I’m pregnant! To kick off Season 4, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the six months I spent preparing my body for pregnancy before we started trying to conceive.As a Registered Associate Nutritionist, I knew I wanted to focus on the things within my control – without striving for perfection or falling into the trap of over-optimising fertility.Topics Discussed:Why I started preparing for pregnancy six months before trying to conceiveThe foods and key nutrients I prioritised for preconception healthThe supplements I took before pregnancy, including folate and vitamin DHow I used Natural Cycles and my Oura Ring to understand and track my cycleThe lifestyle habits I focused on, from sleep and movement to stress and alcoholWhy preconception health isn't just about women – and the importance of male fertilityWhat I deliberately didn't do while preparing for pregnancyWhy you don't need the “perfect” diet or lifestyle to support fertilityMy pregnancy journey so far - the first and second trimester were not what I expectedThe biggest lessons pregnancy has taught me about listening to my body and letting go of controlWhether you're hoping to start trying for a baby soon, pregnancy is a few years away, or you're simply interested in supporting your hormones and reproductive health, this episode is full of practical, realistic advice to help you feel informed and empowered.And most importantly: preconception health isn't about doing everything perfectly. It's about building strong foundations and focusing on the things you can control.Find Eli Brecher here:Instagram | @elibrechernutritionWebsite | www.elibrecher.co.ukSubscribe to Eli’s Newsletter:www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circle_____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 10% off Pure Encapsulations with the code: ELI10 Shop here: https://www.pure-encapsulations.co.uk/T&Cs: https://pure-uk.myklpages.com/l/TzuHu8 

The Gut 360 Podcast Episode 43: Dr Natalie Crawford: Fertility, PCOS, Egg Freezing, Inflammation + What To Know Before TTCThis episode dives into the connection between inflammation, insulin resistance and fertility, why PCOS is often misunderstood, what “trimester zero” really means, and the lifestyle habits that can genuinely support hormone health and conception. We also explore egg freezing, male fertility, environmental toxins, stress, sleep, exercise, and how fertility is often a reflection of overall health.Whether you are thinking about your future fertility, currently trying to conceive, navigating PCOS, or simply want to better understand your body, this episode is packed with empowering, practical insight.In this episode, we cover:Dr Natalie Crawford’s personal fertility journey and how it shaped the way she cares for patientsWhy insulin resistance can silently impact ovulation, egg quality and implantationThe link between inflammation and PCOSCommon myths and misunderstandings around fertility and PCOSWhat “trimester zero” means and why preconception health mattersThe most impactful lifestyle habits to support fertility naturallyWhat an anti-inflammatory approach to eating looks like without becoming restrictiveHow sleep and circadian rhythm influence hormones and reproductive healthExercise and fertility: finding the balanceStress, inflammation and fertility without guilt or blameEgg freezing and what women should understand earlier about fertility and ageMale fertility and the overlooked role of sperm healthEnvironmental toxins and the simple swaps actually worth makingFind Eli Brecher here:LinkedIn | Eli BrecherEli Brecher Nutrition Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukEli Brecher Instagram | @elibrechernutritionSubscribe to Eli’s Newsletter:www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Dr Natalie Crawford here:Book: The Fertility Formula | nataliecrawfordmd.com/bookInstagram | @nataliecrawfordmdYouTube: Natalie Crawford, MDPodcast: As a WomanNatalie Crawford, MD is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and is co-founder of Fora Fertility, a boutique fertility practice in Austin, Texas. Dr. Crawford is CEO and co-founder of Pinnacle, a professional network for women in medicine. She completed her undergraduate at Auburn University obtaining a degree in Nutrition Science, Medical School at UTMB, OBGYN Residency at UTSW, and REI Fellowship at UNC, concurrently obtaining a Master of Science in Clinical Research. Dr. Crawford is a digital health educator on social media, YouTube, and hosts the podcast  “As a Woman” with over 6 million downloads. Her debut book, “The Fertility Formula” was released by Penguin Random House._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 8% off IM8 + a free welcome kit with your first order:https://im8health.com/discount/ELI Get 50% OFF ⁠The Cultured Collective’s⁠ Kimchi & Sauerkraut at Sainsbury’s via cashback app GreenJinn:·      ⁠I WANT KIMCHI⁠·      ⁠I WANT SAUERKRAUT⁠Click the link to add the coupon to your basket, sign in/create an account and after your purchase simply snap a photo of the receipt to get cashback straight to your Paypal or bank account. T&Cs apply.Follow for more insights, inspiration and recipes: ⁠@the_cultured_collective⁠

The Gut 360 Podcast Episode 42: Madeleine Shaw: Summer Glow-Up | Gut Health, Energy, Glowing Skin & Feeling Your BestSummer often brings pressure to suddenly reset, eat perfectly, look different, and somehow become a new version of yourself overnight. But a real glow-up goes far deeper than appearance.In this episode of The Gut 360 Podcast, I’m joined by Madeleine Shaw to talk about what feeling your best actually looks like in real life, from gut health and energy to skin, hormones, stress and daily habits that genuinely support wellbeing.Madeleine shares how her definition of health has evolved over the years, what she has un-learned about wellness, and why so many women are not really chasing appearance, but confidence, energy and feeling comfortable in their own body.We also talk about why summer health resets often backfire, how restrictive habits can worsen bloating and hormones, and the realistic routines that make the biggest difference when life is busy. The ultimate summer glow up episode!We cover: • what a real summer glow-up means now • gut health and the link between digestion, skin and energy • foods that support glowing skin from within • why bloating can continue even when you think you are eating “healthy” • nutrients women often miss when they feel flat or tired • why restrictive eating can worsen digestion and hormones • stress, nervous system health and how dysregulation shows up physically • wellness culture, social media pressure and staying grounded • how motherhood changes health priorities • feeding a family without perfection • Madeleine’s realistic summer glow-up checklist • the non-negotiable habits that help her feel goodThis is a grounded, honest conversation about feeling well without extremes, and building habits that help you feel like the best version of yourself from the inside out.Find Eli Brecher here:LinkedIn | Eli BrecherEli Brecher Nutrition Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukEli Brecher Instagram | @elibrechernutritionSubscribe to Eli’s Newsletter:www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Madeleine Shaw here:Website | theglowspace.co.uk Instagram | @madeleine_shaw_Madeleine Shaw is an experienced Nutritionist, Author, Yoga Instructor and the creator of The Glow Space, a premium content platform for yoga, pilates, meditation, quick nourishing recipes, and weekly meal prep. Over the last six years she has transformed a simple food blog into an inspiring wellness community, with over 700K fans across multiple media platforms. _____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 8% off IM8 + a free welcome kit with your first order:https://im8health.com/discount/ELI Get 50% OFF ⁠The Cultured Collective’s⁠ Kimchi & Sauerkraut at Sainsbury’s via cashback app GreenJinn:·      ⁠I WANT KIMCHI⁠·      ⁠I WANT SAUERKRAUT⁠Click the link to add the coupon to your basket, sign in/create an account and after your purchase simply snap a photo of the receipt to get cashback straight to your Paypal or bank account. T&Cs apply.Follow for more insights, inspiration and recipes: ⁠@the_cultured_collective⁠

The Gut 360 Podcast Episode 41: Gut Health Mistakes You’re Making: Probiotics, Supplements & Myth-Busting with Dr Megan RossiI’m joined by gut health expert Dr Megan Rossi to unpack one of the most confusing wellness topics right now: gut health. From probiotics and supplements to bloating, IBS, the gut-brain connection and the overlap between gut and hormone health, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights and practical takeaways that could completely change the way you think about your gut.We discuss:The biggest gut health mistakes people are making right nowWhen probiotics may actually help and where the strongest evidence existsWhich gut health supplements may be overhyped or oversoldThe connection between endometriosis, IBS-type symptoms and gut healthWhat often gets missed when women experience both hormonal and digestive symptomsWhy you may still feel bloated even when you’re “eating healthy”The gut-brain connection and how gut health may influence anxiety, mood and brain healthThe role of the vagus nerve in gut and mental wellbeingSimple, realistic ways to support your gut health without overwhelmFind Eli Brecher here:LinkedIn | Eli BrecherEli Brecher Nutrition Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukEli Brecher Instagram | @elibrechernutritionSubscribe to Eli’s Newsletter:www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Dr Megan Rossi here:Website | https://theguthealthdoctor.com/ and https://smartstrains.com/ Instagram | @theguthealthdoctorDr Megan Rossi founded The Gut Health Clinic in 2019, where she leads a team of gut-specialist dietitians, working directly with clients in their clinics in London and Manchester, alongside virtual consultations to an international clientele.  She is also the founder of the multi-award-winning gut health food brand, Bio&Me, which aims to bridge the gap between science and the food industry and she has launched a targeted range of clinically-proven live bacteria supplements, SMART STRAINS® to revolutionise how people understand and use live bacterial supplements.Megan is also the author of multiple Sunday Times bestselling books, including her most recent, Eat More, Live Well (UK, Aus & Europe) and How To Eat More Plants (US & Canada)._____________________________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 8% off IM8 + a free welcome kit with your first order:https://im8health.com/discount/ELI Get 50% OFF ⁠The Cultured Collective’s⁠ Kimchi & Sauerkraut at Sainsbury’s via cashback app GreenJinn:·      ⁠I WANT KIMCHI⁠·      ⁠I WANT SAUERKRAUT⁠Click the link to add the coupon to your basket, sign in/create an account and after your purchase simply snap a photo of the receipt to get cashback straight to your Paypal or bank account. T&Cs apply.Follow for more insights, inspiration and recipes: ⁠@the_cultured_collective⁠

The Gut 360 Podcast Episode 40: Does Diet Really Matter for Fertility? Ro Huntriss on Preparing for Pregnancy, Coming Off the Pill and Male FertilityHow much does nutrition really affect fertility, and can small daily habits improve your chances of conception?In this episode of The Gut 360 Podcast, I’m joined by fertility specialist dietitian Ro Huntriss to unpack one of the most searched health topics right now: fertility nutrition.We explore what matters when you’re trying to conceive, how gut health and the microbiome may influence reproductive health, and why fertility support should never focus only on women. Ro shares evidence-based advice on the nutrients that matter most before pregnancy, and the realistic changes that can support hormone balance, ovulation and overall reproductive health.We also discuss the growing conversation around coming off the pill, what is normal when cycles take time to regulate, and how nutrition can support that transition. Plus, an essential conversation on male fertility, sperm health and why preconception nutrition should be a shared responsibility.We cover: • How much nutrition really influences fertility • Where to start if you want to support fertility naturally • The link between gut health, digestion and reproductive hormones • Key nutrients and foods for fertility and preconception health • Which fertility supplements are evidence-based • What happens when you come off the pill • How long cycles can take to regulate • Male fertility nutrition and sperm health • The vaginal microbiome, reproductive health and why microbiomes matter beyond the gut • Three realistic changes you can make this week to support fertilityWhether you are actively trying to conceive, planning ahead, or simply want to understand how nutrition shapes reproductive health - listen now and send this episode to someone who needs it.Find Eli Brecher here:LinkedIn | Eli BrecherEli Brecher Nutrition Website | www.elibrecher.co.ukEli Brecher Instagram | @elibrechernutritionSubscribe to Eli’s Newsletter:www.subscribepage.io/join-my-inner-circleFind Ro Huntriss here:Website | www.fertilitydietitian.co.uk Instagram | @fertility.dietitian.ukWith 14 years of experience working as a Registered Dietitian across the NHS, private practice and commercial business, Ro is the founder of Fertility Dietitian UK. She has two Master's degrees in Advanced Nutrition, and Clinical Research, is  a published academic author, the author of Deliciously Healthy Fertility, and winner of Best Fertility Nutritionist 2025 by the European Fertility Society. Ro acts as the Chair of the Maternal and Fertility Nutrition Specialist Group of the British Dietetic Association, is the nutrition representative for the European Fertility Society committee and is a member of the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee APPG._______________________________________________________________________About The Gut 360 PodcastWelcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher, a Registered Associate Nutritionist with a passion for gut health. This podcast will provide nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. The mission of this podcast is to empower you to optimise your nutrition and transform your gut health using a 360° approach to wellbeing, so that you can reclaim your life and unlock your full potential.Sponsors:Get 8% off IM8 + a free welcome kit with your first order:https://im8health.com/discount/ELI Get 50% OFF ⁠The Cultured Collective’s⁠ Kimchi & Sauerkraut at Sainsbury’s via cashback app GreenJinn:·      ⁠I WANT KIMCHI⁠·      ⁠I WANT SAUERKRAUT⁠Click the link to add the coupon to your basket, sign in/create an account and after your purchase simply snap a photo of the receipt to get cashback straight to your Paypal or bank account. T&Cs apply.Follow for more insights, inspiration and recipes: ⁠@the_cultured_collective⁠