The Gut Insiders

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

Better health begins in your gut. But medicine isn't "one size fits all," and your gut microbiome is as distinct as your fingerprint.

Board-certified gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is on a mission to help you feel better through cutting-edge science and two decades of clinical expertise that will make you think differently about the food you eat — and the trillions of hungry organisms living in your colon.

Join Dr. B and co-host Chuck Carroll for gut-first discussions about diet, exercise, sleep, stress, trauma, and your health questions.

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Monday · 16 min
Menopause Changed Your Gut. 5 Things to Do About It.
For years I cared for women who told me a version of the same story. She'd be in her mid-forties. And she'd say: "I've been the same person for twenty years. My body worked. My gut worked. My sleep worked. And in the last eighteen months, all of it came apart. I don't recognize myself." These changes show up in the 40s for a reason - and it's not just a hormonal shift. These 5 lifestyle and diet changes can make a profound difference when it comes to bloating, brain fog, fitness, and overall wellbeing for women at 45 and beyond. 🎓 Sign up for Dr. B's next Anti-Inflammatory Masterclass, the 6-week scientific blueprint to identify your unique inflammation phenotype and reclaim your health: https://theguthealthmd.com/the-anti-inflammatory-masterclass/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
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Friday · 54 min
16 The Real Reason Ultra-Processed Food Makes You Gain Weight 🌭 The Gut Insiders
When people gain weight on ultra-processed food, we often blame the additives. But a new look at randomized trial evidence points elsewhere. It may actually be the speed at which we eat processed foods, and the "calories per minute," that lead us to consume more -- on average, 500 calories more. This week on The Gut Insiders, Chuck and Dr. B dig in on research that sheds new light on what ultra-processed foods are actually doing to our bodies. 🎓 Sign up for Dr. B's next Anti-Inflammatory Masterclass, the 6-week scientific blueprint to identify your unique inflammation phenotype and reclaim your health: https://theguthealthmd.com/the-anti-inflammatory-masterclass/ 🆓 Free workshop on the 7 inflammation patterns — https://theguthealthmd.com/gut-phenotype-workshop/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com Hosted by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz & Chuck Carroll Produced by Chuck Carroll & Matt Silverman Edited by Matt Silverman
September 28 · 14 min
5 Things I Do to Fight Inflammation That Have Nothing to Do With Food
Food is probably the most important factor in fighting chronic inflammation, but if that's the only lever you're pulling, you're missing out. These are 5 things I do every week that have nothing to do with what's on my plate. 🎓 Sign up for Dr. B's next Anti-Inflammatory Masterclass, the 6-week scientific blueprint to identify your unique inflammation phenotype and reclaim your health: https://theguthealthmd.com/the-anti-inflammatory-masterclass/ 🆓 Free workshop on the 7 inflammation patterns — https://theguthealthmd.com/gut-phenotype-workshop/ 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes of The Gut Insiders with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz and Chuck Carroll, breaking down the latest gut health science every week. Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
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September 25 · 1 hr 4 min
15 Poor Gut Health Can Age You 37 Years. We Break Down The Latest Study
A new study out of Denmark shows that your gut diversity predicts a lot more about your health than your chronological age. In fact, the inflammation produced by poor gut health can age you -- inflammation-wise -- by up to 37 years! Chuck and Dr. B break down what the latest science says, and how you can use these findings to reduce chronic inflammation in your own life. Sign up for Dr. B's next Anti-Inflammatory Masterclass, the 6-week scientific blueprint to identify your unique inflammation phenotype and reclaim your health: https://theguthealthmd.com/the-anti-inflammatory-masterclass/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com Hosted by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz & Chuck Carroll Produced by Chuck Carroll & Matt Silverman Edited by Matt Silverman
September 22 · 12 min
5 Reasons Your Anti-Inflammatory Diet Isn't Working
Two people can eat the exact same anti-inflammatory diet. One of them gets better, while the other shows no improvement. Why? The answer goes way beyond the individual foods we eat. I've got 5 reasons your anti-inflammatory diet isn't working, and how to get back on track. Register now for my free, live, 60-minute gut phenotype workshop that can help you learn the roots causes of bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain: https://theguthealthmd.com/gut-phenotype-workshop/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
September 14 · 14 min
Acid Reflux Isn't an Acid Problem: A GI Doctor Explains What Really Happens
Everyone blames acid for acid reflux. What if I told you the real problem isn't actually the acid? I'm a gastroenterologist. I published papers on this topic with some of the world's leading reflux doctors. And I'm going to set you straight on exactly what to eat if you have acid reflux — and just as important: why. Join the Gut Health Collective community: https://theguthealthmd.com/collective/ 🍷 How Alcohol Is Rewiring Your Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEKqegd4lO4 Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
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September 10 · 45 min
14 Colon Cancer Has a 'Fingerprint' — And It Starts in Your Mouth 🦷
Brand new research suggests that cancer leaves a "fingerprint" in your gut microbiome. And it may be connected to the bacteria in your mouth. With rates of colon cancer on the rise, and patients getting younger and younger, these new marker might be crucial for early detection. This week on The Gut Insiders, Chuck and Dr. B break down this massive meta analysis and discuss what it means for your microbiome and risks. Get all the details and lots more info at The Gut Microbiome Center: https://gutmicrobiomecenter.com/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com Hosted by Chuck Carroll & Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Produced by Chuck Carroll & Matt Silverman Edited by Matt Silverman
September 7 · 15 min
5 Places Microplastics Are Hiding In Your Kitchen (and How to Reduce Them)
There's no proven way to "detox" microplastics from your body, but you *can* remove them from your kitchen. There's just one problem: They're hiding in EVERYTHING we buy and eat. If you share my concern about the prevalence of microplastics and what they mean for our health, these are 5 easy changes I've made in my kitchen to reduce them as much as possible. More gut health info mentioned in this video: ☕ Science Says Coffee Is Amazing for Gut Health: https://youtu.be/r1pZmvIey-4 💸 How to Eat Anti-Inflammatory Without Spending a Fortune: https://youtu.be/A2GphlX-4VM 🍼 3 Ways to Reduce Microplastics in Your Body by 60% in One Week: https://youtu.be/NXEm1xJhoAg Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
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September 3 · 51 min
13 Hemorrhoids, Fissures and Itching: When It's Best to See Your Doctor
Everyone has hemorrhoids. Right now. There are 3 of them down there. But it only matters when they start to flare up. The itching, the ... leaking. It's a topic we're all shy about, yet it affects 1 in 4 adults — probably more. This week on The Gut Insiders, Chuck and Dr. B get down and dirty to discuss anal and rectal health, and why it's just as important as everything else going on inside your gut. 🎙 The 4 Patterns of Constipation and How to Fix Them: https://youtu.be/0KtphM0jQvQ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com Hosted by Chuck Carroll & Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Produced by Chuck Carroll & Matt Silverman Edited by Matt Silverman
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August 24 · 48 min
12 Even If You Poop Every Day, You Might Still Be Constipated. Here's Why.
Sign up now for The Constipation Protocol, my new 2-week course that gets to the root of constipation and its many different causes: https://theguthealthmd.com/courses/constipation-protocol/ Everyone assumes that constipation is caused by a slow colon, but the truth is there are a variety of factors that contribute. And that means, we need a variety of solutions. So before you reach for another dose of laxatives, Chuck and Dr. B break down the nuances that vary wildly from patient to patient. Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com The Gut Insiders is hosted by Chuck Carroll and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Produced by Chuck Carroll and Matt Silverman
August 18 · 11 min
You Might Be Constipated and Not Even Know It 💩 6 Warning Signs
Even if you poop every day, you might still be constipated. Constipation can show up in a lot of ways, but paying attention to these 6 patterns can help you identify the real issue affecting your gut and take steps to fix it. Find the root causes of your constipation in my new course. Enrollment is open NOW: https://theguthealthmd.com/constipation-protocol/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
August 17 · 22 min
A Gut Doctor Ranks 6 "Leaky Gut" Supplements (Most Are Hype)
I keep hearing about incredibly popular supplements that promise to "seal" your "leaky gut." The trouble is, "Leaky Gut Syndrome" is made up. So I read the human studies on 6 over-hyped leaky gut supplements. Here are the claims, the results, and what these pills and powders are actually doing in your intestines. My newest course on rooting out the true causes of constipation, is live now: https://theguthealthmd.com/constipation-protocol/ Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
August 10 · 16 min
7 Strategies I Use to Eat Anti-Inflammatory on a Budget 💸
Your grocery bill keeps climbing. Mine too. And it hurts. The good new is, you don't need to break the bank to eat gut healthy, anti-inflammatory foods. These are the 7 strategies I deploy for my family to keep delicious, nutritious food on the table without spending a fortune on groceries. Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
August 3 · 11 min
5 Things I Tell Every Patient Taking a GLP-1
Up to 84% of people on GLP-1 medications — Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound — get gut symptoms. And almost no one is told what to do about them. Nausea, bloating, and constipation aren’t the drug going wrong. That’s the drug working. I’ll show you why, and give you the 5 things I tell every patient to do about it. Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
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July 27 · 42 min
11 Should Men & Women Eat Different Veggies? What the Latest Science Says 🥦
Should men eat more beans and women eat more broccoli for the best health outcomes? A new study hints at the metabolic differences between the sexes when it comes to which fiber-rich foods improve gut health. But as Chuck and Dr. B break down in this episode, the new research comes with a few asterisks.Read the study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0939475326001717Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts:🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
July 20 · 12 min
6 Delicious Foods That Calm Inflammation
Today I’m sharing 6 foods I prioritize on my plate that actually calm inflammation. This is not hype. It’s hard science. Each one has a clear mechanism and a human study. And number 5 changed how I think about the gut.Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts:🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
#10
July 13 · 53 min
10 The Surprising Connection Between Gut and Mental Health 🧠
We often think about mental health in terms of neurons and brain chemicals. But that's only part of the picture. After all, the brain is connected to everything, and there's actually a chemical superhighway between your gut and brain that has enormous impact on mood and even clinical disorders like depression and anxiety. This week on The Gut Insiders, Chuck and Dr. B discuss why the microbes in your gut have such an outsized influence over our brains, and 7 tips you can deploy today that can improve your mental well-being. Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Hosted by Chuck Carroll and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Produced by Chuck Carroll Edited and produced by Matt Silverman Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
July 8 · 12 min
7 Things I Do to Fix Low Iron
If you have low energy, and feel like you could go to sleep at 3pm, it may not be stress. Low iron is may more common that most people realize, and it's often misunderstood. In this video, I want to share how important dietary iron is, how to eat more of it, and the one step you can't skip.Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts:🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
June 29 · 12 min
Perimenopause: 5 Ways to Balance Your Hormones Through Your Gut
For years I cared for women who told me everything changed in their mid-40s. “My gut worked. My sleep worked. And in the last 18 months, all of it came apart. I don’t recognize myself.” They’d been told it was just their hormones. But there's more to the story: Inflammation. The two are deeply intertwined, but you don't have to settle for imbalance. These 5 tips will help. Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts:🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA: https://38tera.com
#9
June 15 · 1 hr 3 min
09 Six Proven Strategies to Keep Your Gut Healthy When Taking a GLP-1
GLP-1 weight loss medication is life-changing for millions. Less obesity means less stroke, cancer, and heart attacks. But the magic that makes you crave less and feel full sooner is also the reason GLP-1s can wreak havoc on your gut health. And when these prescriptions aren't paired with sustained diet and lifestyle changes, many people miss out on massive health gains. This week on The Gut Insiders, Chuck and Dr. B break down 6 crucial habits for GLP-1 success. Learn more about the evidence-based gut health formulas in 38TERA's RCE: https://38tera.com/products/rce Dr. B's new book, "Plant Powered Plus," is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/B0FNDSR2C5 Subscribe to The Gut Insiders wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/4qqHK33 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q93399 Follow Dr. B on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Hosted by Chuck Carroll and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Produced by Chuck Carroll and Matt Silverman Edited by Matt Silverman

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