#351: How to Rewire Your Gut (and Mind) For Health: Coffee, Microbiome DIVERSITY, and The Power of Belief | Dr. Vincent Pedre
I’m thrilled to bring you another fantastic episode that’s all about gut health—a topic I know so many of us care deeply about, whether you’re dealing with digestive issues yourself or just looking to optimize your vitality and longevity.
Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Vincent Pedre, one of the most sought-after experts in functional medicine and an incredible advocate for what he calls “gut-centric medicine.” In our conversation, Dr. Pedre shares his inspiring journey from being a tightly-wound, needle-phobic med student to becoming a leader in gut health. He opens up about how meditation and mindset transformed not only his mental well-being but also his physical health, setting him on a path to heal his own damaged gut—something he hadn’t found answers for in medical school.
Together, we explore how your emotions and beliefs directly impact your gut, why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to gut healing, and the practical steps you can take to support your body’s natural balance. Dr. Pedre explains his personalized “Gut Smart” protocol, reveals the science behind probiotics and the pitfalls to avoid, and even lets us in on his latest project: creating the ultimate gut-friendly coffee for your daily ritual.
If you’re ready to dig deeper into how the gut truly influences every aspect of your health—from your energy and mood to your immune system and longevity—this episode is packed with tips, science, and a big dose of inspiration.
Learn more from Dr. Vincent Pedre below:
Main Website: www.happygutlife.com
Happy Gut Coffee: www.happygutcoffee.com
Gut-Brain Mastery Program: www.gutbrainmastery.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrVincentPedre/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpedre/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-pedre-m-d-3319405b/
TikTok: @drpedre
What We Discuss:
Dr. Pedre’s personal and medical background ... 00:06:05
Mind-body connection and overcoming fear through meditation ... 00:09:16
Impact of antibiotics and gut health journey ... 00:18:06
Energy healing, boundaries, and the empath-practitioner challenge ... 00:21:05
Gut-brain connection and integrating mindset in healing ... 00:24:45
Mindset, mantras, and patient transformation ... 00:30:04
Personalizing gut protocols and addressing resistance ... 00:39:03
Tools: intuitive eating, true cravings vs. microbiome-driven urges ... 00:47:45
No one-size-fits-all: diversity and personalized gut diets ... 00:54:08
How the Gut Smart Protocol tailors recommendations ... 00:58:54
Probiotics, spore-based options, and gut support basics ... 01:02:48
Coffee as a gut health microhabit (toxins, plastics, quality) ... 01:06:33
Happy Gut Coffee: rationale, tips, and final takeaways ... 01:09:11
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