The #1 Supplement to Heal Your Gut, Burn Fat, and Boost Immunity

The Dr. Josh Axe Show

Dr. Josh Axe

Religion & Spirituality, Health & Fitness, Christianity

4.9 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 30 January 2025

⏱️ 71 minutes

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Did you know your body contains 30-40 trillion microbial cells, outnumbering your human cells? Probiotics—live bacteria that support digestion, immunity, and even mental health—are essential for overall wellness. But most people today lack them due to antibiotic overuse and processed diets. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe dives into the science of probiotics, revealing their powerful benefits and how to get more of them through food and supplements. You’ll learn: What probiotics are and why they matter for digestion, immunity, and gut balance Best probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, natto, and fermented vegetables How antibiotics and modern diets harm gut health and what to do about it The gut-brain connection and how probiotics support mental health Probiotics for weight loss and metabolism regulation Top probiotic strains for immunity, digestion, and inflammation The difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics for optimal gut health If you want to improve digestion, boost immunity, and balance your microbiome, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Tune in now and subscribe for more natural health strategies. #probiotics #guthealth #digestivehealth ------ 00:00 Introduction 04:47 What Are Probiotics? 07:33 Best Types of Probiotics 19:28 Superfoods Rich in Good Bacteria 26:07 Top 10 Exposures to Antibiotics 33:48 Effects of Modern Diets 36:33 Benefits of Probiotics 52:50 Types of Prebiotics & Postbiotics 57:33 Best Foods for Gut Health ------ Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Website ------ Staying healthy in today's world is an upstream battle. Subscribe to Wellness Weekly, your 5-minute dose of sound health advice to help you grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every Wednesday, you'll get: Holistic health news & life-hacks from a biblical world view Powerful free resources including classes, Q&As, and guides from Dr. Axe The latest episodes of The Dr. Josh Axe Show Sign up here → https://forms.thehealthinstitute.com/l-77 Submit your questions via voice memo to be featured on the show → speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe ------ Links: We’ve created a full blog post that walks through the main points and insights from this episode. If you'd like to dive deeper or revisit the information later, this is a helpful resource to keep on hand. Read it here → https://thehealthinstitute.com/2025/02/09/probiotics-their-role-benefits-and-dietary-sources/ https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Probiotics-HealthProfessional/ https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/6/4/21 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26216624/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21069673/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8843965/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36001877/ https://www.ijidonline.com/article/S1201-9712(21)00097-7/fulltext https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37692658/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8848107/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512560/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11187407/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34684633/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34960102/ ------ Ads: Even if your bloodwork looks "normal," your symptoms could point to Cell Danger Response (CDR). Discover how to break free from CDR and unlock your full potential at https://beyondbloodwork.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:29.6	If you've been doing everything right, eating clean, exercising, but somehow you're still not
0:35.9	feeling your best, your energy's dragging, your memory
0:39.1	is slipping, and it's frustrating because you know there's more to your potential. Well,
0:43.8	what if the issue isn't just in your routine, but it's deep down inside your cells? You know,
0:49.7	you're investing in the best supplements, working out regularly and sticking to a clean diet, but if your
0:56.1	cells are stuck in what's called cell danger response, all the hard work might not be paying
1:02.8	off as it should. Think of your cells like a house under renovation. You can bring in the highest
1:08.3	quality materials like the best supplements and clean foods,
1:11.9	but if the workers inside the house or are on lockdown because of a storm, nothing gets done.
1:18.4	The materials just pile up unused.
1:21.4	That's what happens when your cells are in CDR.
1:24.7	They can't fully use the good stuff you're giving them. Getting out of CDR, the cell
1:30.6	danger response, is the key to unlocking your body's full potential. When your cells are no longer
1:36.9	in protective mode, they can finally use the nutrients, hormones, and energy you're working so
1:43.1	hard to provide.
1:46.6	That's when everything starts to click.
1:48.3	Your energy improves.
1:52.8	Your workouts become more efficient and you start to feel like yourself again.
2:01.1	Go to beyondbloodwork.com to learn how to break free from cell danger response and make the effort pay off.
2:08.8	Hey everyone, welcome to Dr. Josh Axe Show, where each and every week we explore the science and principles behind how to grow and heal in body, mind, spirit, and take your health
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