This week, Tee is joined by Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of Clinical Education and Practitioner Support at Designs for Health and a pioneer in nutritional science with over 25 years of experience in psychology and nutrition. Born and raised in South Africa, Dr. Oscar holds a PhD in Holistic Nutrition and a Doctorate of Clinical Nutrition, and has served on the faculty at Georgetown Medical School, Notre Dame University, and the University of Bridgeport. His work focuses on metabolic syndrome, intestinal permeability, type 2 diabetes, sports performance, and chronic inflammatory diseases, driven by a commitment to revolutionizing patient care through integrated health strategies.

In this episode, Dr. Oscar shares how the science of the microbiome is changing and why it's time to rethink how we approach gut health. He explains how the gut ecosystem connects to everything from metabolic health to inflammation and immune function. Tee and Dr. Oscar also discuss what practitioners and everyday listeners alike should know about supporting a healthy microbiome.

The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: how a healthy gut helps the body defend itself against modern stressors, including environmental toxins. Dr. Oscar draws on his expertise in intestinal permeability and chronic inflammation to share practical, science-backed ways to support gut barrier health from the inside out. Whether you're dealing with digestive issues, inflammation, or metabolic concerns, or simply want to understand the latest in microbiome science, this episode offers clear, actionable insights.

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