Episode 396: The Truth About Poop with Dr. Trisha Pasricha

About this episode

Doree and Elise discuss gut health and pooping with gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha.

Butt care is self-care! Doree and Elise have the gastroenterologist and the “Ask A Doctor” columnist for The Washington Post, Dr. Trisha Pasricha, on to discuss what we’re getting wrong about pooping! They talk about what it really means to nourish your microbiome, the secret weapon that is fiber, the digestive power of going for a fart walk, her new book (aptly titled You've Been Pooping All Wrong ), and so much more.  To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach Doree & Elise at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com. Visit forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35 . Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at the free tier on Patreon ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Doree Shafrir, Elise Hu

Guest: Dr. Trisha Pasricha

Topics covered

• gut health
• microbiome
• fiber
• digestion
• self-care

Keywords

• poop
• butt care
• gastroenterologist
• fiber
• digestion
• microbiome
• self-care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Washington Post

Books & works: You've Been Pooping All Wrong

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