Anchor Your Protein, Surround with Fiber | How to Improve Your Gut Microbiome

Are you tired of gut health advice that starts and ends with a supplement pill? In this episode, you’ll hear from microbiome educator, Anu Simh, about the science of the gut microbiome and how to boost your gut health naturally. She provides a clear, plant-forward roadmap to rebuilding your microbial diversity, including how to restore the gut after antibiotics. In this episode you’ll hear: 2:30 – Why should we care about the gut microbiome? 3:30 – What are microbes? 5:00 – Plant forward diet, fiber and gut health 7:15 – How to create a healthy gut microbiome 8:45 – Gut microbiome research 10:00 – Probiotics, prebiotics and fermented foods 11:45 – What yogurt is good for gut health? 13:15 – Best foods for gut health 17:00 – Antibiotics and the gut microbiome 18:15 – Travellers’ diarrhea and Saccharomyces boulardii* 19:15 – Raw vs. cooked vegetables 20:30 – Are gut microbiome tests legitimate? 23:00 – Is the gut microbiome influenced by genetics? *Saccharomyces boulardii is a non-pathogenic yeast that has been studied for digestive support, particularly during travel. Unlike bacterial probiotics, it is a yeast-based probiotic, which means it is not affected by antibiotics and is generally more stable in varying temperatures. This makes it a practical option to carry while traveling. Gut Clarity Lab: https://oznq5xaaefus36q.krtra.com/t/4KXwiklyOJa4 If you use this link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Referenced in the episode: American Gut: an Open Platform for Citizen Science Microbiome Research Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann ©2026 Alternative Food Network Inc. Click here to sign up for our free newsletter. To become a podcast supporter, click here. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based, Grow Health Podcast, Health and Wellness Podcasting,