Gut Health & Your Personal Performance with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi - Episode 202

<p><strong>Your personal performance and quality of life hinge on the health of your gut. Hard to believe? Take a listen to the discussion between host Ian Lobas and MOP resident doctor, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and you’ll learn just how important the integrity of the digestive tract really is. If you have autoimmune issues or you want more energy and mental clarity, this episode is meant for you.</strong></p> <p><strong>Dr. A, as he is affectionately known, is the founder of The Fit Father Project and The Fit Mother Project - the leading health and weight loss programs for busy men and women over 40.</strong></p> <p><strong>In this episode, he explains the crucial role the gut plays in our entire life. Who knew that the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is such an important determinant of our overall physical and mental health?</strong></p> <p><strong>Dr. A provides guidance for each meal of the day and explains how best to combine foods and also get your gut back on track. He and Ian discuss some of the symptoms of systemic inflammation in the body and how to avoid having food sitting in your colon.</strong></p> <p><strong>From the role of fiber, digestive enzymes, and fermented foods to what we can learn from longevity research, there’s a wealth of priceless information packed into this discussion.</strong></p> <p><strong>Here are a few of the numerous takeaways that can be game-changers for you:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Eat colorful food that is not processed<br> </strong></li> <li><strong>Make your first meal of the day simple and easy to digest<br> </strong></li> <li><strong>Get green vegetables during the day, with protein if you want<br> </strong></li> <li><strong>You may want to try a probiotic supplement for 30, 60, or 90 days<br> </strong></li> <li><strong>Drink water, but generally between meals rather than during the meal<br> </strong></li> <li><strong>Drink teas that are good for gut health, e.g. ginger, peppermint or fennel tea</strong></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Some topics they discus