20. The Man Who Discovered Zonulin and Leaky Gut: Dr. Alessio Fasano, MD

This week's guest is one of my heroes. The research that Dr. Alessio Fasano, MD, and his team has done in the domains of gluten sensitivity, intestinal permeability, and celiac disease has informed both my health and my work.

Dr. Fasano is a trailblazer in understanding how gut health impacts our overall wellness. From his discovery of zonulin and its effects on intestinal permeability to his insights into the microbiome's role in chronic diseases, Dr. Fasano's research has reshaped our approach to health.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Dr. Fasano’s thoughts on going gluten-free and if it’s necessary for everyone.
• How you can use pre- and probiotics to improve your gut health.
• What diet he recommends for optimal health (and why he’s concerned about GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic).

00:21 Introducing Dr. Alessio Fasano: A Pioneer in Gut Health Research

02:41 The Serendipitous Journey to Discovering Zonulin

11:31 Zonulin: The Key to Understanding Gut Permeability

23:39 The Impact of Diet and Microbiome on Health

25:15 Exploring the Positive Role of Zonulin and Nutrient Absorption

27:51 The Gluten Debate: Navigating Dietary Choices

30:08 SIBO and Its Connection to Gut Permeability

38:08 Understanding Probiotics and Prebiotics

39:33 The Impact of Diet on the Microbiome

51:54 The Power of Diet and Lifestyle in Disease Prevention

Connect with Amy Myers, MD

Website: https://www.amymyersmd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyMyersMD/featured

Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/ec/guide-to-leaky-gut

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmyMyersMD

Connect with Alessio Fasano, MD

Website: https://celiaccenter.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celiacresearch

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celiacresearch/