65. Gut Health 101 with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (Part 1 of 2)

Today’s episode features the Gut Health G.O.A.T., himself, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Molly chats with Dr. B about all things gut health and how it affects not only our bodies, but our mental wellbeing as well. As the episode begins, Molly and Dr. B discuss his turning point that made him pursue his well-established career in gastroenterology as a clinical practitioner rather than researcher.  This propelled Dr. B to where he is today wearing his poop emoji hats and making the topic of gut health accessible by “making fiber sexy.” The show progresses as Molly asks Dr. B to provide a clear explanation of what gut health is and what it affects. As this first half of the interview with Dr. B draws to a close, we not only discover that the gut, and the microbe biome found within it, affects our digestion, immunity, metabolism, and hormones– but it can even affect those of us that suffer from depression and anxiety. Tune in! Episode Quotes “We can’t just inherently and implicitly trust. We have to discriminate in the sense that we have to decide who we are willing to put our faith and our trust into– and then make that commitment.” –Dr. Will Bulsiewicz “There’s nothing healthier than you being in a loving relationship with food even if you have to be…ten pounds heavy.” –Molly Carmel Key Highlights Fiber intake and gut health are worth talking about, it is part of life– so do not shy away from the topic. Negative change in our lives often happens when we aren’t paying attention, and it is a slow and gradual process. What we think we have to give up in life to achieve something else can hold us back from making big decisions. Bad moments, unfortunate events, or just low points in our lives can often bring us wisdom and better understanding and circumstances. Talk about nutrition is often confusing due to the conflicting views of different professionals; however, we can’t trust implicitly Gut health is vital to normal everyday functions of life such as digestion, immunity, metabolism, hormonal regulation, cognition etc. Gut health and fiber intake can specifically aid with our emotions/mood. About Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert and the New York Times-bestselling author of the book Fiber Fueled. He lives in Charleston, South Carolina with his wife and two children. You’ll find him on Instagram as @theguthealthmd, on Facebook as @theguthealthmd, and at his website theplantfedgut.com. Dr. B recently published an incredible new book that may just become the new Bible of Fiber-Rich, Gut Healthy Cookbooks. It’s called The Fiber Fueled Cookbook: Inspiring Plant-Based Recipes to Turbocharge Your Health - I can’t recommend it highly enough! About Molly Carmel Molly is a leading addiction and eating disorder therapist and the founder of the Beacon Program, which offers individual and group solutions to help people break free from their destructive relationships with food and dieting. She is also the author of ‘Breaking up with Sugar’ and the host of ‘What You’re Craving’ Podcast. Connect with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Instagram: @theguthealthmd Facebook: @theguthealthmd Website: https://theplantfedgut.com/ Connect with Molly Want to spend MORE time together? Me too! Here are all the ways: Purchase the Breaking Up with Sugar course here: https://molly-carmel.mykajabi.com/buws-course Join me at Coaching with Molly: https://mollycarmel.com/coaching-with-molly/ Come to the Divorcing Dieting workshop: https://mollycarmel.com/intensati/#schedule Join my mailing list for a free mini masterclass: https://mollycarmel.com/signup/ Become a part of the Breaking Up with Sugar FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buwsbook Molly’s IG (I love a DM!): @mollycarmel Molly’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG1GiXHci_XlL4xMXL6-Ajg?view_as=subscriber Molly’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mollycarmel.buws