Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Vincent Pedre, one of the most sought-after experts in functional medicine and an incredible advocate for what he calls “gut-centric medicine.” Together, we explore how your emotions and beliefs directly impact your gut, why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to gut healing, and the practical steps you can take to support your body’s natural balance.
What we discuss:
Dr. Pedre’s personal and medical background ... 00:06:05
Mind-body connection and overcoming fear through meditation ... 00:09:16
Impact of antibiotics and gut health journey ... 00:18:06
Energy healing, boundaries, and the empath-practitioner challenge ... 00:21:05
Gut-brain connection and integrating mindset in healing ... 00:24:45
Mindset, mantras, and patient transformation ... 00:30:04
Personalizing gut protocols and addressing resistance ... 00:39:03
Tools: intuitive eating, true cravings vs. microbiome-driven urges ... 00:47:45
No one-size-fits-all: diversity and personalized gut diets ... 00:54:08
How the Gut Smart Protocol tailors recommendations ... 00:58:54
Probiotics, spore-based options, and gut support basics ... 01:02:48
Coffee as a gut health microhabit (toxins, plastics, quality) ... 01:06:33
Happy Gut Coffee: rationale, tips, and final takeaways ... 01:09:11
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