Can Microbiome Testing Really Help You? With expert Nutritionist Emily Blake

Clinical Nutritional Therapist Robyn Puglia specialises in the field of coeliac disease, gluten-reactive disorders and autoimmune disease. Her deep enthusiasm for the realms of functional medicine inspired her to establish her own lifestyle intervention clinic, where she helps patients harness the nourishing potential of food to support their bodies on their healing journey. Find out more about Robyn here: https://robynpuglia.com/about/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, we sit down with consultant dietitian, Sophie Medlin. Sophie began her career specialising in gastrointestinal diseases before moving into academia and delivering lectures at Plymouth University and King’s College London. She now runs her clinic practice City Dietitians in London, designs vitamins and probiotics and has worked on the Channel 4 gut health series, Know Your Sh**. Find out more about Sophie here: https://www.citydietitians.co.uk/team/sophie-medlin ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Sean Gibbons is an associate professor at The Institute for Systems Biology, specialising in how microbial communities in the gut evolve and adapt to individuals over their lifespans. Find out more about Sean here: https://isbscience.org/bio/sean-gibbons/ ------------------------------------------ References: https://doi.org/10.1128/mSystems.00964-21 https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/06/13/weight-loss-calories-fiber-microbiome/ https://rdcu.be/cfslJ https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/18/well/eat/microbiome-aging.html https://rdcu.be/cZpgI https://doi.org/10.1093/advances/nmac075 ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with computational microbiologist, Dr Tarini Shankar Ghosh, about the role of the microbiome as we age and how different environmental factors can influence our gut bacteria composition, therefore, affecting our overall health. Find out more about Dr Tarini here: https://microbiome.iiitd.edu.in/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandilyn Peters-Samuelson is an epidemiologist and assistant professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, specialising in the role of the human microbiome and how it correlates with chronic diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. In this week's episode, we discuss how these illnesses affect the gut microbiome, as well as how the menopause decreases the diversity of gut bacteria. Find out more about Brandilyn here: https://www.einsteinmed.edu/faculty/16263/brandilyn-peters-samuelson/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, we spoke with holistic dentist Dr Mark Burhenne @askthedentist. With over 35 years experience working in private dentistry, Dr Mark focusses more on addressing the root causes behind gum disease and cavities and teaching his patients how to reverse these, rather than dealing with the high cost of a filling. As Dr Mark states, 'you can't be healthy without a healthy mouth' and your brain, gut and oral health are all connected. Find out more about Dr Mark here: https://askthedentist.com/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined this week by UK Registered Dietitian Kaitlin Colucci to talk about the rise in food intolerances, and how physical exercise and holistic practices such as yoga can play a part in managing gut health problems. Kaitlin (@themissiondietitian) is a gut health specialist focusing on IBS and the low FODMAP diet. Having initially worked for the NHS specialising in gastroenterology, she now works in private healthcare in London as part of HCA Healthcare UK, as well as part of Rhitrition Ltd. Find out more about Kaitlin Colucci here: https://www.kaitlincolucci.com/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psoriasis is more than just a skin condition; it's painful, it's embarrassing, and can massively affect day-to-day life. Could it be your skin is trying to talk to you? Emma Gould is a Registered Nutritional Therapist who herself has struggled with psoriasis since the age of 16. In this week's episode, we spoke with Emma about the main causes of psoriasis, its connection with the gut microbiome and addressing the root cause by finding ways to naturally heal your skin from within. Find out more about Emma Gould here: https://www.nutritionbyemma.co.uk/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Maya Shetreat to discuss the complex relationships between the nervous and digestive systems, and how getting back to nature can impact our gut microbiome and overall wellbeing. Dr Maya, MD is a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, and author of The Dirt Cure and The Master Plant Experience: The Science, Safety and Sacred Ceremony of Psychedelics. She is also the founder of the Terrain Institute, where she teaches earth-based programs for transformational healing, including professional training programs for psychedelic-assisted approaches. Find out more about Dr Maya here: https://drmaya.com/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Suneel Dhand is practicing physician & YouTuber who's passionate about lifestyle medicine and metabolic health. In this episode, we discuss the dangers of ultra-processed foods, metabolic health and foods to avoid to improve longevity. Find out more about Dr Suneel here: https://drdhandacademy.com/ ------------------------------------------ Follow Gutology on: Youtube  Instagram  Facebook TikTok Need help with your own symptoms? Chat to one of our experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices