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Plant-Based DietCurious about what plant-based eating is all about? If youre thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you. Author: Alternative Food Network
Curious about what plant-based eating is all about? If youre thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you. Pubished the second Friday of the month. Language: en Genres: Arts, Food, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Anchor Your Protein, Surround with Fiber | How to Improve Your Gut Microbiome
Episode 62
Thursday, 12 March, 2026
Are you tired of gut health advice that starts and ends with a supplement pill? In this episode, you’ll hear from microbiome educator, Anu Simh, about the science of the gut microbiome and how to boost your gut health naturally. She provides a clear, plant-forward roadmap to rebuilding your microbial diversity, including how to restore the gut after antibiotics. In this episode you’ll hear:2:30 – Why should we care about the gut microbiome?3:30 – What are microbes?5:00 – Plant forward diet, fiber and gut health7:15 – How to create a healthy gut microbiome8:45 – Gut microbiome research10:00 – Probiotics, prebiotics and fermented foods11:45 – What yogurt is good for gut health?13:15 – Best foods for gut health17:00 – Antibiotics and the gut microbiome18:15 – Travellers’ diarrhea and Saccharomyces boulardii*19:15 – Raw vs. cooked vegetables20:30 – Are gut microbiome tests legitimate?23:00 – Is the gut microbiome influenced by genetics?*Saccharomyces boulardii is a non-pathogenic yeast that has been studied for digestive support, particularly during travel. Unlike bacterial probiotics, it is a yeast-based probiotic, which means it is not affected by antibiotics and is generally more stable in varying temperatures. This makes it a practical option to carry while traveling.Gut Clarity Lab: https://oznq5xaaefus36q.krtra.com/t/4KXwiklyOJa4 If you use this link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase.Referenced in the episode:American Gut: an Open Platform for Citizen Science Microbiome ResearchGut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune statusCREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann©2026 Alternative Food Network Inc.Click here to sign up for our free newsletter.To become a podcast supporter, click here.Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based
