Blog

The Core Gut Health Principles

The Core Gut Health Principles

On today’s episode of Rethink my Health, Dr. Gez Agolli welcomes Dr. Lee Howard on the show to discuss gut health. Dr. Howard is a board-certified general surgeon, a cosmetic surgeon, and a functional medicine practitioner. They dicuss: What are the fundamental keystones to healthy gut function? What does our conventional medical system get wrong about gut health? Why aren’t more healthcare practitioners taught these key fundamentals in medical school?
Extreme Diets and Altered Microbiomes

Extreme Diets and Altered Microbiomes

Most of us have probably dieted at one time or another- usually to lose weight, but sometimes for other reasons as well. You might have even tried one version or another of an “extreme diet”, maybe because you wanted to lose weight fast because nothing else seemed to work, or because of dietary restrictions or choices.
Gut Health and Food Allergy Testing

Gut Health and Food Allergy Testing

Welcome to episode 9 of the Rethink my Health podcast where we discuss healthcare topics that matter the most. We get to the root cause and empower you, the listener, to take charge of your health. On today’s episode of Rethink my health, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette will be talking about Gut Health - Why Food Allergy Testing Matters.
7 Reasons You Should Be Taking Probiotics

7 Reasons You Should Be Taking Probiotics

Welcome to episode 5 of Rethink my Health podcast where we discuss healthcare topics that matter the most. We get to the root cause and empower you, the listener, to take charge of your health. On today’s episode of Rethink my health, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette will be talking about 7 Reasons you need to be taking Probiotics.
Embracing the Elimination Diet!

Embracing the Elimination Diet!

What is meant by an elimination diet? An elimination diet is usually recommended as a way to get to the root of which foods may be giving your body problems. Those problems can be myriad, as which foods we eat can cause all sorts of reactions in the body.
What Is Leaky Gut?

What Is Leaky Gut?

Gut Health is often the root of so many health issues. It is where inflammation almost always starts. It is linked to healthy brain activity, mood regulation, and inflammation throughout the body. Gut health is critical for overall health!
Why Is Gut Health So Important?

Why Is Gut Health So Important?

Gut health affects so much more than just noticeable digestive disorders… and it of course affects them too: GI issues, digestive troubles, constipation, bloating, and on. But poor gut health, even unnoticed, can be the main culprit behind anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control, ADHD, sexual health, autism, autoimmune disorders, arthritis, MS, and more.
The Gut – Brain Connection

The Gut – Brain Connection

Have you ever felt nervous like having butterflies in your stomach? Then you know about the gut-brain connection! The brain is the master conductor of the body. If it is not functioning well, everything will be out of tune and lack synchronicity with your body. Our moods, the clarity of our thinking, our energy levels, and our happiness can all be out of tune when the brain is out of balance.
Bone Up on Gut Health

Bone Up on Gut Health

Bone broth is chalked full of nutrients that help bone and skin. These nutrients are some of the key nutrients that are also critical for gut health. However, bone broth is time consuming to make. Progressive is now providing a powdered bone broth that can easily be added to shakes, soups, or baking. Some of it is vanilla or chocolate flavored, but there is also a savory flavor that could be added to soups. Here are some of the top reasons to include this easy convenience:
EP 12: Treatment Strategies for Leaky Gut Syndrome

EP 12: Treatment Strategies for Leaky Gut Syndrome

On today’s episode, Dr. Agolli & Dr. Burdette discuss the treatment strategies for leaky gut syndrome.
EP 11: Diagnostics of Gut Health

EP 11: Diagnostics of Gut Health

In this week’s episode, Dr. Agolli talks with Dr. Burdette and they continue their discussion on gut health.
EP 10: What Is Gut Health?

EP 10: What Is Gut Health?

In this week’s episode, Dr. Agolli chats with Dr. Burdette and they dive deep into your gut health.