Ep. 603 The Microbiome's Role in Heart and Metabolic Health with Dr. William Davis | Menopause, Perimenopause, Microbiome

About this episode

Dr. William Davis discusses the microbiome's impact on women's health, heart health, and longevity.

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. William Davis. He’s a cardiologist, New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly book series, and author of Super Gut. He is also the founder and Medical Director of the Infinite Health Program and the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Realize Therapeutics Corp, which is developing innovative solutions to restore and support the human microbiome. In our conversation, we explore the microbiome and how it is influenced by key changes in a woman’s life, including pregnancy and premature delivery, as well as how modern lifestyle factors disrupt our microbiome. Dr. Davis discusses endotoxemia and dysbiosis in fertility, uterine health, and cardiovascular disease, as well as antibiotic use, statins, atrial fibrillation, the role of blood glycocalyx, TMAO, and the dietary approach he considers important. He also discusses appropriate prescribed antibiotic use in the context of microbiome disruption. Stay tuned for another fascinating discussion with Dr William Davis on the far-reaching impact of the microbiome on women's health, heart health, and longevity. I look forward to having Dr. Davis back on the show! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. William Davis

Topics covered

• microbiome
• heart health
• metabolic health
• menopause
• perimenopause
• fertility
• antibiotic use

Keywords

• microbiome
• endotoxemia
• dysbiosis
• fertility
• cardiovascular disease
• antibiotics
• omega-3 fatty acids

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Infinite Health Program, Realize Therapeutics Corp

Books & works: Wheat Belly, Super Gut

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