Healing from the Inside Out: Dr. Christine Bishara on Gut Health, Holistic Medicine, and Wellness

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In this episode of Keep It Dirty, host Leslie Dowling speaks with Dr. Christine Bishara, an integrative medical doctor, about the importance of gut health and its impact on overall wellness. Dr. Bishara shares her journey from traditional medicine to a holistic approach, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of how our bodies function. They discuss practical tips for improving gut health, the effects of early life experiences, and the growing interest in functional medicine. The conversation also touches on the importance of nature, grounding, and the future of health education.

00:00 Introduction to Functional Health and Gut Revolution

01:42 Catalyst for Change: Dr. Bishara's Journey

04:28 Societal Compromise: The State of Gut Health

06:46 Functional Health: A Holistic Approach

09:52 Practical Tips for Gut Health

12:37 The Impact of Birth on Gut Health

15:28 Detoxing Before Starting a Family

18:20 The Growing Interest in Functional Medicine

22:41 Organic vs Non-Organic: Making Informed Choices

24:30 The Evolution of Holistic Healing

26:54 Long COVID and Gut Health

30:32 The Importance of Grounding and Nature

33:28 Future Projects and Community Initiatives

Dr. Bishara's journey began as a teenager struggling with obesity.

Gut health is linked to weight management, immune health, and mental health.

Society has shifted towards quick fixes, neglecting the root causes of health issues.

Functional health focuses on understanding the whole person, not just symptoms.

Increasing plant-based foods is essential for gut health.

Breastfeeding plays a crucial role in developing a healthy gut microbiome.

Detoxing and preparing for family planning can improve health outcomes.

Functional medicine is gaining traction in medical education and practice.

Organic food choices can impact health, but not everything needs to be organic.

Nature and grounding are vital for overall well-being.

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