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1180. Oral vs. Gut Microbiomes: Everything You Need To Know

Naveen Jain, founder of Viome, returns to discuss groundbreaking insights into the oral and gut microbiomes, and their impact on overall health. Learn about the importance of nitric oxide, personalized nutrition, and how to optimize your microbiome. 

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In this episode of The Human Upgrade, entrepreneur and philanthropist Naveen Jain discusses groundbreaking insights into the differences between oral and gut microbiomes and the impact of oral bacteria on overall health. You’ll learn why traditional mouthwash might be harmful and explore the Apollo Group’s role in health mentoring and collaboration. 

Naveen shares his decade-long dedication to solving health issues and his approach to large-scale health problems. You’ll discover the relationship between oral microbiomes and digestion, the dangers of artificial sweeteners, and the importance of personalized nutrition. 

Naveen emphasizes the need for cycling low-carb and keto diets, and the risks of long-term adherence. He also highlights the significance of quality sleep, personalized exercise, and the impact of stress on microbiome health. 

Tune in for practical tips on maintaining a healthy microbiome and the importance of living with purpose for longevity. 

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“We are a walking, talking ecosystem. Our health is determined not just by our own cells, but by the trillions of microbes living within us.”

NAVEEN JAIN

(00:01:02) Oral Bacteria vs. Gut Bacteria 

    • Emerging knowledge about the differences between oral and gut microbiomes. 
    • The impact of mouthwash on nitric oxide and vascular health. 

(00:03:19) Long-Term Vision for Solving Humanity’s Problems 

    • Naveen’s decade-long dedication to transformative health problems. 
    • The capitalistic nature of solving large-scale health issues. 

(00:05:30) Oral Microbiome’s Role in Digestion 

    • How oral microbiomes pre-digest food and signal the digestive system. 
    • The dangers of artificial sweeteners and their impact on insulin resistance. 

(00:07:18) Artificial Sweeteners and Health 

    • The effect of artificial sweeteners on oral microbiome and tooth decay. 
    • The broader metabolic implications of consuming artificial sweeteners. 

(00:09:00) Misconceptions about Low Carb and Keto Diets 

    • The importance of cycling in and out of low carb diets. 
    • Potential risks of long-term keto diets on the body. 

(00:12:23) Red Meat and Microbiome Diversity 

    • Personalized nutrition based on gut microbiome activities. 
    • The role of red meat and its metabolites in health. 

(00:14:49) Vegetables and Gut Health 

    • The variable impact of common vegetables like broccoli and spinach. 
    • How different gut microbiomes respond to various plant foods. 

(00:23:02) DNA vs. RNA in Health 

    • The difference between DNA and RNA and their roles in health. 
    • Why RNA analysis is more indicative of current health status. 

(00:30:56) The Misconception of Eating for Blood Type 

    • Debunking the blood type diet theory. 
    • The dynamic nature of dietary needs based on RNA expression. 

(00:31:57) Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) and Inflammation 

    • The dangers of LPS and its systemic effects. 
    • Strategies for minimizing LPS through diet and microbiome management. 

(00:34:01) Viome’s Comprehensive Health Analysis 

    • Overview of Viome’s testing process and its holistic approach. 
    • Personalization of diet, supplements, and oral health products. 

(00:40:07) The Importance of Oral Microbiome 

    • How oral microbiome affects overall health and disease prevention. 
    • Introduction of Viome’s personalized oral health products. 

(00:50:28) Practical Tips for Microbiome Health 

    • Recommendations for maintaining a healthy microbiome. 
    • The role of personalized supplements and dietary adjustments. 

(00:57:12) Sleep and Microbiome Health 

    • Importance of quality sleep for overall health. 
    • Personalized tips for improving sleep based on Viome’s analysis. 

(01:05:22) Exercise and Microbiome Health 

    • The role of exercise in maintaining a healthy microbiome. 
    • Personalized exercise recommendations for optimal health. 

(01:14:03) Stress and Microbiome Health 

    • The impact of stress on microbiome and overall health. 
    • Strategies for managing stress and its effects on the body. 

(01:22:18) Purpose and Longevity 

    • The importance of living a life with purpose for longevity. 
    • Naveen’s insights on finding and living with purpose. 

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