We constantly talk about gut bacteria, probiotics, and the microbiome. But what about the protective layer in which all these processes take place?
In this episode of HEALTHWISE, Nils Behrens talks with gastroenterologist Prof. Dr. Martin Storr about why the intestinal mucosa plays a central role in our intestinal barrier – and why focusing solely on individual strains of bacteria isn't enough for gut health.
Because between what you eat and your body lies a complex system of microbiome, mucus layer, and intestinal wall.
But what keeps this system in balance? How important is fiber really? Does sauerkraut have to contain live cultures? What are the benefits of pre-, pro-, and postbiotics? And how useful are the now-popular microbiome stool tests?
Prof. Dr. Martin Storr puts into perspective what we actually know today – and where more is promised about the gut than science can currently say for sure.
Prof. Dr. Martin Storr What you can expect in this episode:
🦠 Learn why gut health is much more than just a "good microbiome."
🛡️ Understand the role of the intestinal lining and the intestinal barrier.
🌱 Learn why fiber and a diverse plant-based diet are beneficial for gut microbes.
🥣 Discover what else besides live bacteria plays a role in fermented foods.
🔬 Learn why Prof. Dr. Storr is critical of commercial microbiome stool tests.
🧫 Finally understand the difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics.
💊 Learn how varied the scientific evidence is regarding psyllium husks, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and L-glutamine.
🧠 Learn why stress can also leave its mark on the gut.
🚶 And find out why you don't necessarily have to become a competitive athlete to lead a more active life.
At the end, Prof. Dr. Martin Storr shares three simple recommendations that can be easily integrated into your daily routine.
Finally, Prof. Dr. Martin Storr offers three easy-to-implement recommendations. Key moments in this episode:
02:16 The superpower of the intestinal lining
03:11 The interplay between the microbiome and the mucus layer
04:08 The three levels of the intestinal barrier
05:32 The microbiome and its importance
07:23 Dietary diversity and fiber
09:35 The trend of fiber products
19:05 Fermented foods: yogurt, sauerkraut, and kimchi
24:36 Pasteurized vs. live cultures in fermented foods
25:57 History and significance of yogurt as a medicine
35:27 Useful supplements for gut health
48:41 Three tips for a healthy intestinal lining
More about Prof. Dr. Martin Storr:
Book recommendation:
"Intestinal Lining – The Unknown Superpower" by Prof. Dr. Martin Storr Martin Storr
https://www.fodmap-info.de/darmschlei...
More about this episode at www.sunday.de/podcast
About Sunday Natural
Sunday Natural was born out of a long-standing passion and research in the areas of health, healing, and self-development. The lack of natural, high-quality products on the market was the initial motivation for founding Sunday Natural in 2013. Since then, the Berlin-based premium nutrition brand has consistently pursued its guiding principle – to produce products that follow nature's example, are absolutely pure and free of any additives, and are characterized by the highest possible quality.
Today, Sunday Natural is one of Germany's most renowned quality manufacturers, with its own research and development department in Berlin.
Learn more at https://www.sunday.de
We constantly talk about gut bacteria, probiotics, and the microbiome. But what about the protective layer in which all these processes take place?
In this episode of HEALTHWISE, Nils Behrens talks with gastroenterologist Prof. Dr. Martin Storr about why the intestinal mucosa plays a central role in our intestinal barrier – and why focusing solely on individual strains of bacteria isn't enough for gut health.
Because between what you eat and your body lies a complex system of microbiome, mucus layer, and intestinal wall.
But what keeps this system in balance? How important is fiber really? Does sauerkraut have to contain live cultures? What are the benefits of pre-, pro-, and postbiotics? And how useful are the now-popular microbiome stool tests?
Prof. Dr. Martin Storr puts into perspective what we actually know today – and where more is promised about the gut than science can currently say for sure.
Prof. Dr. Martin Storr What you can expect in this episode:
🦠 Learn why gut health is much more than just a "good microbiome."
🛡️ Understand the role of the intestinal lining and the intestinal barrier.
🌱 Learn why fiber and a diverse plant-based diet are beneficial for gut microbes.
🥣 Discover what else besides live bacteria plays a role in fermented foods.
🔬 Learn why Prof. Dr. Storr is critical of commercial microbiome stool tests.
🧫 Finally understand the difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics.
💊 Learn how varied the scientific evidence is regarding psyllium husks, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and L-glutamine.
🧠 Learn why stress can also leave its mark on the gut.
🚶 And find out why you don't necessarily have to become a competitive athlete to lead a more active life.
At the end, Prof. Dr. Martin Storr shares three simple recommendations that can be easily integrated into your daily routine.
Finally, Prof. Dr. Martin Storr offers three easy-to-implement recommendations. Key moments in this episode:
02:16 The superpower of the intestinal lining
03:11 The interplay between the microbiome and the mucus layer
04:08 The three levels of the intestinal barrier
05:32 The microbiome and its importance
07:23 Dietary diversity and fiber
09:35 The trend of fiber products
19:05 Fermented foods: yogurt, sauerkraut, and kimchi
24:36 Pasteurized vs. live cultures in fermented foods
25:57 History and significance of yogurt as a medicine
35:27 Useful supplements for gut health
48:41 Three tips for a healthy intestinal lining
More about Prof. Dr. Martin Storr:
Book recommendation:
"Intestinal Lining – The Unknown Superpower" by Prof. Dr. Martin Storr Martin Storr
https://www.fodmap-info.de/darmschlei...
More about this episode at www.sunday.de/podcast
About Sunday Natural
Sunday Natural was born out of a long-standing passion and research in the areas of health, healing, and self-development. The lack of natural, high-quality products on the market was the initial motivation for founding Sunday Natural in 2013. Since then, the Berlin-based premium nutrition brand has consistently pursued its guiding principle – to produce products that follow nature's example, are absolutely pure and free of any additives, and are characterized by the highest possible quality.
Today, Sunday Natural is one of Germany's most renowned quality manufacturers, with its own research and development department in Berlin.
Learn more at https://www.sunday.de