Episode: Dr. Michelle Davenport on Food Processing, AGEs, and Longevity
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michelle Davenport — a UCSF- and NYU-trained nutrition scientist, dietitian, and former founder of a digital children’s food company (acquired by Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon A Farm). Today, she teaches on social media how people can take control of metabolic health with water-based cooking methods inspired by her family recipes.
We explore
Guest: Dr. Michelle Davenport
Are your probiotics actually doing anything?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe, PhD biochemist and CEO of Pendulum, to break down the real science of the microbiome -and why most probiotic supplements fall short.
We cover:
- What the microbiome actually is
- The difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics
- Why most probiotics never reach your gut
- The importance of Akkermansia muciniphila and Clostridium butyricum
- What causes leaky gut and how to fix it
- How fiber and polyphenols fuel your microbiome- Why your gut impacts blood sugar, cravings, and energy
This isn’t surface-level advice. It’s a deep dive into what the science really says - and what most supplement companies won’t tell you. If you’ve ever struggled with digestion, energy crashes, or food sensitivities, this episode is a must-watch.
Guest: Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe - Co-Founder and CEO of Pendulum
Host: Michael Tchao (@michaeltchao)
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