Stronger Bones Lifestyle Osteoporosis, Osteopenia & Bone Health Podcast
Are you ready to take control of your osteoporosis, osteopenia, and bone health - and live stronger than ever?
Welcome to The Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast, the show designed for anyone who wants to strengthen their bones naturally and protect against bone loss. Whether you’re managing osteopenia, living with osteoporosis, or simply looking to build better bone health as you age, this podcast is for you.
I’m Debi Robinson, a yoga therapist and functional bone health expert who’s faced my own bone loss challenges. I understand the fear and uncertainty that can come with a diagnosis of osteoporosis or osteopenia — and I’m here to show you there’s another way.
Each episode delivers practical, holistic solutions — from nutrition and mindful movement to lifestyle and mindset — all proven to help you rebuild bone density, prevent fractures, and age with strength and confidence.
Join me each week as we build stronger bones - and a stronger life - together.
Stronger Bones Lifestyle Osteoporosis, Osteopenia & Bone Health Podcast
Ep. 62: Feeding Your Gut - The Role of Fermented Foods, Fiber, and Plant-Based Protein with Anu Simh
Welcome back to the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast. In Episode 62, host Debi invites board-certified functional health coach Anu Simh to delve deep into the relationship between gut health, nutrition, and overall wellness.
Anu specializes in helping busy women across the country lose weight and keep it off with her unique "9 Arms of Wellness" philosophy. Anu's expertise lies in focusing on microbiome health to ensure lasting results. In this episode she explains how the slow introduction of fibers can aid those suffering from gut issues like IBD. Through her extensive research and practical experiences, Anu presents tailored dietary strategies that help nourish the gut and enhance energy levels.
Listen today for a guide on how to incorporate nutrient-dense foods into your daily routines, from breakfast smoothies to volumetric salads for lunch. Anu also emphasizes the importance of personalized diet experiments and the symbiotic relationship between human health and gut microbes. Together, Debi and Anu explore how a plant-forward diet not only fosters gut health but also aids in weight management, better sleep, and improved overall well-being.
We hope you'll join us for an enlightening conversation that will empower you to make informed dietary choices supporting a healthy gut and a stronger body.
Key Takeaways:
[2:47] The importance of plants
[3:59} The gut
[4:58] The connection we have with our microbes
[6:11] Stool labs
[8:19] Feeding the microbes
[10:17] Protein
[13 :07] Fiber
[16:08] Animal vs plant protein and nutrients
[27:16] Steps to start feeding your gut to optimize health
[35:29] Cooking
[38:27] What did your ancestors do
Where to Find Guest:
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Memorable Quotes:
"In the West here you’ll hear everything beings in the gut. As a yoga therapist and someone who really believes strongly in yogic philosophy therapy I'm gonna say everything begins in the mind." [4:06] - Debi
"The connection we have with these microbes, I think of them as forever guests." [4:58] -Anu
"Food is everything, not just what you put into your mouth." [18:18] - Anu
"Instead of thinking about what shouldn’t I eat if we start to focus on what should I eat." [23:21] - Debi
"Make the greens that stars of your lunch." [30:49] – Anu
To learn more about me and to stay connected, click on the links below:
- Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness
- Website: DebiRobinson.com
- Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program