Sowing Prosperty: How Gut Health Impacts Metabolism - Discover the Power of Sugar Shift - Martha Carlin
by Kevin Danielson September 05, 2024
In this video, Martha Carlin joins Logan Duvall on The Sowing Prosperity Podcast to discuss the importance of the gut microbiome in relation to metabolism and chronic diseases, particularly type 2 diabetes. She explains how the microbiome contributes significantly to metabolic functions and the potential impact of a balanced gut on blood sugar levels. Martha also shares insights on her work, emphasizing innovative solutions for improving gut health and overall metabolic function.
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Let’s be completely honest: When was the last time you actually looked inside the bowl before you flushed? If your immediate reaction is to cringey-laugh and say, "Ugh, never," you are throwing away the single most valuable health report your body produces daily.
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