We find ourselves back in the all-important microbiome in today’s extra-informative episode of the Be Well By Kelly podcast. We’re joined by Dr. Megan Rossi, a fellow boy mom, gut-obsessed nutritionist who founded the Gut Health Doctor and is considered one of the most influential gut health specialists in the world. She's also a registered dietician with an award-winning PhD in gut health – my kind of expert!Frustrated that her research findings weren't reaching the public and seeing fads and potentially dangerous misinformation on gut health being spread online, Megan took to social media to share credible evidence-based advice and has built an engaged community of hundreds of thousands of followers in the process.Her breadth of knowledge bridges the gaps between science, the food industry, and our day-to-day lives – making this conversation a biodiverse bonanza of actionable steps and research-backed information for a healthier microbiome.We also cover…00:01:41 — Getting Into Gut Health EarlyHow the loss of her grandma inspired her careerWorking with the Australian Olympic synchronized swimming teamStudying links between IBS and FODMAPs Love Your Gut by Dr. Megan RossiTips for reintroducing FODMAPs00:13:16 — Gut Health & Microbiome Research2018 study on gut health and plant-centric diet Benefits of biodiversity in our dietsWhat’s happening with polyphenols?Gaps in early development of postbiotic products Fasting vs. biodiversity The importance of healthy fiber by the numbers The Super 6 plant-based food groupsRenewed testing of food additives in Europe 00:30:50 — Practical Tips & TakeawaysReading labels for harmful ingredientsFocus on inclusion, not exclusionDr. Megan's online recipesCost effective hacks to fiber-filled homemade mealsFull-body health (and mental health) roles of gut bacteriaTips for baby’s microbiome development Debunking  gut health myths Resources:Read: Eat More, Live Well & How to Eat More Plants by Dr. Megan RossiRead: Eat Yourself Healthy & Love Your Gut by Dr. Megan RossiRecipes: theguthealthdoctor.com/recipesWebsite: theguthealthdoctor.comInstagram: @theguthealthdoctorConnect with Kelly:kellyleveque.comInstagram: @bewellbykellyFacebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykellyBe Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this...