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The Effects of Probiotics, Artificial Sweeteners, and Metformin on Health
2:29:26 - 2:37:14 (07:48)
In this podcast transcript, the host discusses the effects of probiotics, artificial sweeteners, and metformin on gut health and overall health. While probiotics can have positive effects, strains may have unexpected changes and artificial sweeteners have been linked to metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. Metformin has a long reassuring track record, but it inhibits the mitochondria which may affect energy production.
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This podcast episode discusses the benefits and potential drawbacks of VSL number three, a probiotic supplement, and raises concerns about the negative effects of artificial sweeteners on gut health and overall health.
2:29:26 - 2:32:34 (03:08)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the benefits and potential drawbacks of VSL number three, a probiotic supplement, and raises concerns about the negative effects of artificial sweeteners on gut health and overall health.
ChapterThe Effects of Probiotics, Artificial Sweeteners, and Metformin on Health
Episode#237: Exploring Smart Drugs, Fasting, and Fat Loss -- Dr. Rhonda Patrick
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
This podcast discusses how artificial sweeteners such as sucralose and aspartame could potentially alter the gut microbiome, leading to increased fat storage and metabolic disease.
2:32:34 - 2:34:26 (01:51)
Summary
This podcast discusses how artificial sweeteners such as sucralose and aspartame could potentially alter the gut microbiome, leading to increased fat storage and metabolic disease. The natural sweetener stevia may be a better option, but more research is needed to fully understand the effects on gut health.
ChapterThe Effects of Probiotics, Artificial Sweeteners, and Metformin on Health
Episode#237: Exploring Smart Drugs, Fasting, and Fat Loss -- Dr. Rhonda Patrick
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Metformin appears to prevent aging-related diseases and extend health span.
2:34:26 - 2:37:14 (02:48)
Summary
Metformin appears to prevent aging-related diseases and extend health span. Its inhibition of complex one in the mitochondrial respiratory chain, which turns down mitochondrial metabolism and leads to less accumulation of damage, may be an important mechanism by which it affects aging.