The 5-Minute Poop Rule (And Why It Matters) ft. Dr. Trisha Parischa
In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD talks with Dr. Trisha Pasricha about gut health, covering topics like healthy bowel habits, the impact of smartphone use in the bathroom, rising colorectal cancer rates, and the gut-brain connection. Listeners gain practical tips for improving digestive wellness and recognizing important warning signs.
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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD sits down with Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a Harvard gastroenterologist, to explore the often-overlooked world of gut health. They discuss everything from bowel movement basics and how bathroom smartphone use raises hemorrhoid risk, to the truth behind leaky gut, the rise of colorectal cancer in young people, and the powerful connection between the gut and the brain. Listeners will come away with practical advice on improving digestive well-being, understanding warning signs, and making informed choices for lifelong gut health.
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- Introduction
- Bowel issues prevalence
- Effects of stress on gut
- Ultra processed foods & cancer
- Healthy bowel movements
- Smartphones and hemorrhoids
- When to see a doctor
- Rising cancer rates in young people
- Carnivore diet considerations
- Gut-brain connection
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