If your goal is to support a healthy gut, come back to the basics: include plenty of fibre, eat a wide variety of plants, drink enough water & keep doing those things consistently. It may not be as exciting as the latest wellness trend, but it’s what we know makes the biggest difference. #guthealth

🌱 Next week on Love Plants, Season 5 Episode 4! I’m joined by gut health dietitian Samina Qureshi, RDN for a fascinating conversation about the social media trends #fibermaxxing and #proteinmaxxing, why balance matters, and how plant-based foods can help support both your protein and fiber goals.

Happening now: Understanding Cancer in the Digital Age: Data, Innovation and Equity #CancerResearch #EUCancerMission

“Natural” doesn’t always mean safer or better for gut health. In this episode, I’m joined by clinical pharmacist and fellow Nerdy Girl (@thosenerdygirls.bsky.social ) Daphne Berryhill, RPh @daphneberryhill.bsky.social for a thoughtful conversation about gut health trends we see on social media.

1/ “Natural” doesn’t always mean safer or better for gut health. In this episode, I’m joined by clinical pharmacist and fellow Nerdy Girl @daphneberryhill.bsky.social, RPh for a thoughtful conversation about gut health trends we see on social media. @thosenerdygirls.bsky.social

Loads of Nerdy Fun at London & Oxford. @thosenerdygirls.bsky.social @drjenndowd.bsky.social @gkountourides.bsky.social @sandylaping.bsky.social @emkayhey.bsky.social

1/ The gastrocolic reflex is a natural response in your body that happens when you eat. It makes your colon start moving waste to make room for the new food in your stomach. This can make you feel like you need to have a bowel movement shortly after a meal. #guthealth

🌱Love Plants. Season 5, Episode 2 In this episode I chat with board certified oncology dietitian Dr. Krystle Zuniga about one common and confusing claim in nutrition: the idea that “sugar feeds cancer.”

‼️There’s Hope for the Future of Food Allergies! 🌱Love Plants. S5E1 I’m thrilled to chat with allergist/immunologist Dr. Farah Khan, MD about all things food allergies. We discuss symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and so much more! Full episode comes out on Tuesday, January 13. 🙌

🥗How To Prepare Fiber-Rich Salad Bowls For You And Your Gut Microbes 👇

Life these days… #cyprus

Lactose Intolerance ≠ Milk Allergy These two get mixed up a lot, but they’re not the same.

Love Plants. Season 5, Episode 1 🌱 I’m thrilled to chat with allergist/immunologist Dr. Farah Khan, MD about all things #FoodAllergies. We discuss symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and so much more!

Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults? A: Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. open.substack.com/pub/thosener...

1/ 📕 Bought this book for my girls (and myself) the other day! It’s filled with fun facts about the human body and a simplified summary of human anatomy. It is written by Paul Mason and Illustrated by Dave Smith.

1/ Eating mindfully around the table involves being fully present and engaged with your meal. This allows you to develop a deeper appreciation for your food and your dining experience. Here are four steps to help you eat mindfully 👇

🌱I was thrilled to start Love Plants Season 5 with a chat on all things #foodallergies with allergist/immunologist Dr. Farah Khan, MD, (@farah.khan.md) We discussed symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and so much more! 👀 Stay tuned for the episode coming out soon!

1/ For people with sensitive guts, high fiber foods (which play a significantly positive role in our health) could cause problems like bloating, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain.

Let’s talk #foodallergies! Join us on Instagram Live with Dr. Farah Khan, MD, as we discuss what food allergies are, their symptoms, treatments, and more. 📍 Live on Instagram @dririnih & @farah.khan.md

Q: Are there different types of gut microbiome, or is everyone’s too different to categorize? A: Everyone’s #gutmicrobiome is unique like a fingerprint, because it’s shaped by your genetics, diet, environment, and lifestyle.

I really enjoyed giving an online guest lecture on the #gutmicrobiome to students at Seton Hill University. 🦠

1/ Great talk by Dr. Wendi LeBrett (@socalgastro.doc) on “How to fight fake news in medicine. Lessons from Social Media” @UEGWeek #weareUEG #scicomm

Living with or curious about #IBD? Join us tomorrow on Instagram Live with Dr. Yasmin Mohseni, PhD as we explore what IBD is, hear about Dr. Mohseni’s personal journey with the disease, and learn how #biologics are used to treat it.     📍 Live on Instagram @dririnih & @doctor.yas_

Do you need a daily #probiotic supplement for good gut health or overall health? 👀👇

🌱What is #fibermaxxing, and is it good for you?

1/ The weather’s hot, and beach days are calling! If you’re packing snacks for the beach, why not bring a few that also nourish your gut microbiome? Here are some easy, refreshing, and gut-loving options: 🍑 Fresh summer fruit faves: nectarines, peaches, kiwi, watermelon, melon

1/ 💊Do I need a daily probiotic supplement for good gut health or overall health? Not necessarily! If you're generally healthy, there's no strong evidence that daily probiotics are helpful.

Examples of #vegan #fermentedfoods: Sauerkraut, kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, pickled vegetables (in brine and not vinegar), olives in brine, water kefir.

🛠️for #microbiome support: 1. Eat lots of plant diversity (Fiber is your friend) 2. Moderate exercise 3. Manage stress 4. Good quality sleep 5. Hydrate (1.5-3L fluids/day day) 6. Get pack in nature (garden, park, forest, farm) 7. Use antibiotics only when needed & prescribed by your clinician.

1/ Love Plants S4E8 Join us on IG Live with Dr. Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD, @kmpanthagani.bsky.social as we break down what the gut #microbiome is & why it’s important. We’ll chat about why your gut bugs love plants & clear up some common microbiome misconceptions along the way.