Digestion and Your Health

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Digestion is a vital, yet often overlooked, part of the “food as medicine” equation. In this episode, I chat with champion bodybuilder, author, nutritionist and co-owner of the supplement company BiOptimizers, Wade Lightheart. We talk about his background as a bodybuilder, his healing journey and all about optimizing your digestion! Learn about the digestion process, the importance of enzymes, probiotics and more.

He also shares some tips for beginning bodybuilders or those new to weight training, and why it’s dangerous to equate looking fit with being healthy. Access his free health course here: http://bioptimizers.com/teaspoon

Show notes:

• [3:15] Wade’s background as a bodybuilder and tips for those new to weight training
• [8:50] Wade’s journey back to health after his body broke down during a championship, and his new focus on nutrition and digestion
• [14:30] The importance of digestion to our health and the top things people can do to optimize their digestion
• [19:00] Why we should slow down while eating
• [25:25] The process of digestion, where problems can occur, all about enzymes, hydrochloric acid, your gut microflora
• [42:30] Wade’s journey into vegetarianism and all about his books