Probiotics, Prebiotics and the Gut Microbiome

Show summary:

Experienced Clinician and Probiotic Expert, Dr Jason Hawrelak, gives us the lowdown on probiotics and prebiotics. He explains what the gut microbiome is, why probiotic strains are important and what you need to be aware of when taking probiotics. Learn why prebiotics are just as vital for your health as probiotics.

What you’ll learn:

The role of the microbiome and why a healthy gut eco-system is essential for good health.
What probiotics are and how they work.
Why strains of probiotics are important and which strains are recommended for particular conditions.
When and how to take probiotics for maximum efficacy, and the recommended dosages.
Food sources of probiotics and how they compare to supplemental forms.
What prebiotics are and why they are important.
How prebiotics should be taken and the recommended daily dose.

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Guest Bio:

Dr Jason Hawrelak is a researcher, educator, Western herbalist, and naturopathic physician with over 20 years’ clinical experience. He did his PhD examining the capacity of probiotics, prebiotics and herbal medicines to modify the gastrointestinal tract microbiota and teaches worldwide on these topics. He has published extensively in these areas, including 20 textbook chapters. Dr Hawrelak maintains a busy clinical practice in Hobart, Tasmania where he consults with patients from all over the world.

He is currently the Senior Lecturer in Complementary and Alternative Medicines at the University of Tasmania’s College of Health and Medicine and is the Chief Research Officer at ProbioticAdvisor.com – a searchable database that enables easy, evidence-based prescribing of probiotic products and online resources for clinicians.