How To Fix Your Gut Microbiome (It’s Not What You Think) | Dr. Mark Hyman

Wondering how to fix your gut microbiome? Dr. Mark Hyman reveals why healing your gut health is the ultimate secret to longevity—and it’s not what you think. Improving your gut health is essential for longevity, as up to 70% of your immune system resides right in your digestive tract. Dr. Mark Hyman explains that our gut microbiome regulates everything from metabolism to brain function, acting as our body's first line of defense. Yet, modern habits—like the overuse of antibiotics and highly processed diets—have left many of us with depleted internal ecosystems. The missing link for many is a keystone bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila. This powerful microbe plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of your gut lining, preventing leaky gut, and fighting systemic inflammation. When Akkermansia levels drop, it can trigger a domino effect leading to metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and even autoimmune issues. In this video, Dr. Hyman shares his personal journey of healing a severe gut infection and outlines the exact dietary habits, polyphenol-rich foods, and supplementation strategies needed to foster a thriving gut ecosystem. Learning how to nourish these beneficial microbes is the foundational step in healing your body from the inside out. Subscribe for weekly nutrition breakdowns and comment below with your questions about gut health! #GutHealth #Microbiome #DrMarkHyman #Akkermansia #leakyguthealing Get my FREE guide 3 Steps to Reverse Aging when you sign up for my weekly health picks 👉 https://bit.ly/IncreaseHealthspan This episode is brought to you by Rupa University, Pique, and Super Simple Grassfed Protein. If you’re a healthcare provider who wants to learn more about Functional Medicine testing, go to https://rupauniversity.com to sign up for a free live class or a boot camp! For a limited time, get up to 12% off plus an exclusive gift on Pique’s Fasting Tea bundle. Just go to https://Piquelife.com/farmacyfasting today. Right now, you can get 10% off Super Simple Grassfed Protein by heading to https://drhyman.com/protein and using code protein10. Mentioned in this episode Pendulum Akkermansia: bit.ly/3qfP2wB