In this episode I'm joined by founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness and medical director of Pedre Integrative Health, Dr. Vincent Pedre. After two decades of clinical experience with patients, Dr. Pedre has compiled his extensive knowledge of gut health into his books, The Happy Gut and The GutSMART protocol. By helping us find our unique gut type, we can better tailor our approach to healing as there is no "one-size-fits" all plan for restoring gut health. From the pros and cons of probiotics, how to identify histamine intolerance and sensitivities, oxalates and fiber, and why diversity is the "holy grail" of your health, this episode sheds light on the many nuances surrounding the most popular topic in wellness: gut health.

Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, CEO/Founder of Happy Gut Life LLC, has worked as a nutraceutical consultant and spokesperson for NatureMD, and is a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner with a concierge practice in New York City since 2004. He believes the gut is the gateway to excellent wellness. His newest book, The GutSMART Protocol — featuring a 14-day personalized gut-healing plan based on the GutSMART Quiz — is the culmination of years of research and clinical experience as a functional gut health expert.

A few of my favorite things we cover this episode:

• Dr. Pedre’s newest book, The GutSMART Protocol: Revitalize Your Health, Boost Your Energy, and Lose Weight in Just 14 Days with Your Personalized Gut-Healing Plan.
• The different “gut types”, and exactly how to find out which one you have.
• Why certain “gut healthy” foods like fiber and fermented products can actually do more harm than good for some people.
• Why diversity is the “holy grail” of your health.
• Signs and symptoms of histamine intolerance and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.
• The Carnivore Diet and why it might not be the most supportive way of eating for certain conditions.
• Pro vs. Postbiotics and how both can be especially beneficial for those with gut dysfunction.
• How to best take care of your gut before, during, and after the use of antibiotics.

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In health,

Dr. Will Cole