Salt and the Microbiome: How Sodium Affects Gut Health | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz | The Exam Room Podcast

While we often link excess salt intake to heart disease and high blood pressure, the damage to the gut and microbiome is not to be overlooked.

Join host Chuck Carroll and the master of gut health, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI, for a deep dive into the impact of sodium on your microbiome.

Tune in to discover:
- How excessive salt intake can disrupt your gut bacteria and cause a host of health issues.
- The effects of high-sodium diets on gut bacteria.
- The role of potassium-rich foods in balancing sodium levels.
- Tips to help you navigate the sodium minefield in everyday foods.
- How to reduce salt without sacrificing flavor.
- Dr. B’s exciting announcement about his supplement company, 38Tera.

Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could change the way you think about salt and your health!

00:00 Introduction
09:40 Salt and the Microbiome
31:10 The Doctor’s Mailbag: Q&A Session
36:30 Conclusion