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    Polyphenols are compounds found in plants. It's known benefit is that it can help fight disease and inflammation. But can polyphenols help us have a better gut health?

    Join Amy and Nikki as they discuss further the effects of polyphenols on the gut, specially on our microbes and share some of the foods rich in polyphenols. 

    What to expect!

    • What is polyphenols
    •  Carnivores vs Fruitarian
    • Variety on the plate
    • Polyphenol and Metabolic Endotoxemia 
    • Polyphenol and Hydrogen sulfide colonic 
    •  FODMAP and Polyphenols
    • Supplemental Polyphenols 
    • Favorite High Polyphenols Foods



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