The Nutrient Most of Us are Under-Eating That Boosts Brain Health and Fights Inflammation and Visceral Fat

With Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
& Dr. Mary Claire Haver
& Dr. Brad Stanfield
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When you think of blood sugar regulation, weight loss, or boosting cognition, fiber may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But this essential nutrient does far more than just relieve constipation. It feeds our gut microbes, keeping them happy and thriving—and in return, they produce anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, immune-supporting metabolites that help us stay healthy, happy, and thriving.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re bringing you a special compilation episode featuring Dhru’s conversations with top experts on fiber and its powerful benefits for gut and whole-body health. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz breaks down the signs of inadequate fiber in your diet and shares his top four tips for improving bowel movements and incorporating fiber into your daily routine. Dr. Mary Claire Haver explains how optimizing fiber intake can help reduce visceral fat—especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Brad Stanfield highlights psyllium husk as one of the most underrated supplements for boosting fiber intake and supporting overall health.

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is an award-winning gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook.

Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist. 

Dr. Brad Stanfield is a primary care physician hailing from Auckland, New Zealand who has garnered over 200,000 followers on YouTube for his video segments related to longevity-promoting strategies.

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Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. Signs of inadequate fiber in your diet
    (02:20)
  2. Four tips for improving bowel movements
    (05:20)
  3. How beginners can increase fiber intake and manage gas
    (17:27)
  4. Key behaviors that harm gut health
    (21:37)
  5. How fiber supports gut health and the microbiome
    (29:15)
  6. The benefits of eating a diverse range of plant foods
    (35:07)
  7. How fiber helps combat visceral fat
    (38:43)
  8. The optimal daily dose of fiber
    (40:38)
  9. How to increase fiber intake with psyllium husk
    (44:50)
  10. Recommended water intake when using psyllium husk
    (48:31)
  11. Final thoughts
    (50:09)

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Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is an award-winning gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut-health expert, and New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook.

With a passion for plants and helping people, Dr. B sits on the Scientific Advisory Board and is the US Medical Director of the health science company ZOE. He has authored more than 20 articles published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, presented to Congress and the USDA, and has taught over 10,000 students how to heal and optimize their gut health.

He completed a bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University, a medical degree from Georgetown University, and a master’s in clinical investigation from Northwestern University. Dr. B was the chief medical resident at Northwestern and the chief gastroenterology fellow at the University of North Carolina and received the highest award given by both his residency and fellowship. He completed an epidemiology fellowship on a grant from the National Institutes of Health at UNC’s prestigious Gillings School of Global Public Health.

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Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist. In 2021 she opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient. She developed the best-selling book and program called The Galveston Diet, a three-pronged lifestyle plan that encourages fuel refocusing, intermittent fasting, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to manage hormonal symptoms, stabilize weight, and revitalize the body as it ages to provide benefits that will last a lifetime.

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Dr. Brad Stanfield

Dr. Brad Stanfield is a primary care physician hailing from Auckland, New Zealand who has garnered over 200,000 followers on YouTube for his video segments related to longevity-promoting strategies.

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