55. Akkermansia: Revolutionizing Gut Health and Metabolism

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Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones

Dr. Greg Jones

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Welcome to the Optimization Academy Podcast! Here I will be interviewing some of my favorite innovators in the health care industry and beyond. We will be sharing tips and information on how to become the most powerful version of yourself using naturopathic and integrative medicine, fitness, nutrition, and more. Together we will give you the tools to be informed and empowered! Dr. Greg Jones is Naturopathic Physician, Navy Vet, Reformed Engineer, and Grumpy Dog Dad. His mission in medicine is to shift the conversation away from "sick" care to true healthiness and wellness.

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55. Akkermansia: Revolutionizing Gut Health and Metabolism

Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones

46 minutes 54 seconds

1 year ago

55. Akkermansia: Revolutionizing Gut Health and Metabolism

In this episode, we are diving into the transformative world of gut heath with a focus on the keystone gut bacteria: Akkermansia. Here to help us learn more about Akkermansia is my guest, Christina O’Connor, RD. Christina is a registered dietitian with a rich background in microbiome science. From her early days in pediatrics to her current role at Pendulum Therapeutics, Christina has been a passionate advocate for understanding and harnessing the power of the microbiome to improve health outcomes. Stay tuned as we explore everything from the basics of Akkermansia to advanced applications in dietary practices and healthcare Today’s Topics: • What is Akkermansia? (00:00 - 17:38) • Why are polyphenols necessary for Akkermansia to work optimally? (17:38 - 20:16) • What causes low levels of Akkermansia in the gut and what are the symptoms? (20:16 - 25:25) • Benefits of Akkermansia supplementation and optimizing Akkermansia (25:25 - 28:51) • Is there a difference between pasteurized and live Akkermansia supplements? (28:51 - 35:41) • Pendulum's New Akkermansia Supplements: Metabolic Daily and GLP-1 Probiotic (35:41 - 46:54) As always, thanks for tuning in! *****Learn More about Akkermansia and Pendulum Therapeutics: https://pendulumlife.com/ *****Click here to subscribe to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM2Jjqb7MqtZ7VDIuRjguLA/?sub_confirmation=1  *****Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/  *****Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD