Ever wondered how the teeming world within our gut impacts everything from our mood to our metabolism? Today, we sit down with microbiome expert Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe, PhD to explore the hidden universe of our gut health. We unravel the complexities of the microbiome, emphasizing the importance of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in metabolizing the food we eat. Colleen shines a light on the common misconceptions about probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, and why selecting high-quality supplements is crucial for optimal gut health. Together, we investigate the powerful influence of gut health on metabolic control and discuss the surprising connection between our gut and brain through the gut-brain axis. Follow Pendulum @pendulumlifeco Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- In this episode we discuss... (00:00) Basic Understanding Gut Health and Microbiome (13:17) What to Look For When Supplementing; What Works and What is a Waste of Your Money (16:50) Innovation (or lack thereof) of Gut Health Standards (24:16) Most Important Microbiome Strains (34:52) The Connection Between Gut Health and Metabolism (45:52) Gut Health Impact on Mental Well-Being (55:43) Gut Connection to Neurological Diseases (58:59) Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Save 20% on any Pendulum gut health or metabolic health product with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.PendulumLife.com  Watch and subscribe on YouTube