Dr. Robynne Chutkan M. D.
Auteur van The Microbiome Solution: A Radical New Way to Heal Your Body from the Inside Out
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The Microbiome Solution: A Radical New Way to Heal Your Body from the Inside Out (2015) 59 exemplaren
Gutbliss: A 10-Day Plan to Ban Bloat, Flush Toxins, and Dump Your Digestive Baggage (2013) 40 exemplaren
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I can't agree with her "antibiotics-are-always-the-trigger" epiphany since I was symptomatic well before any infections requiring such a prescription, but I can agree with the overall theory that modern aseptic practices are partly responsible for the growing number of autoimmune conditions today (among other things).
I was not super-impressed with the section she wrote on nutrition, but I am not a nutritionist, so what do I know? She does say that everyone will have to find the diet that works best for them (whether that is vegan, Paleo, "veleo" or "Pegan," or none of the above), and that they should work with their doctor accordingly (if that is an option--I have not tried to find a functional/integrative/holistic nutritionist on my health plan, but I'm thinking it could be difficult for most of us).
I also didn't agree with the "take showers only every other day" advice, esp. when you combine it with the "get sweaty" advice, though limiting the overuse of soap and esp. antibacterial products certainly makes sense. Her hygiene advice for the most part isn't all that practical, but if you are looking to start using apple cider vinegar/baking soda in place of shampoo (or other homemade edible products instead of manufactured chemical products), you can find tips and recipes here.… (meer)