In this episode, you'll get to discover the fascinating world of gut health with Dr. Adam Perlman, Chief Medical Officer at Pendulum Therapeutics. You’ll explore how high-fiber, polyphenol-rich foods boost beneficial bacteria like Akkermansia, which support gut health and enhance athletic performance by maintaining gut lining integrity. Dr. Perlman also shares insights from his integrative medicine career, revealing practical tips to keep your microbiome strong in modern life, from polyphenol supplements to the synergy of probiotic strains. We’ll also dig into cutting-edge research on GLP-1 triggering probiotics for metabolic health, how diet and exercise play crucial roles in overall wellness, and much more! (use code GREENFIELD to save 20%) https://pendulumlife.com/blogs/news/meet-our-new-chief-medical-officer-adam-perlman-md-mph?srsltid=AfmBOop8J2QyMf3e7d0QWhXVwA7iKYrAZSTEH9fgv4PaxLoNB1qxtDHq https://bengreenfieldlife.com/pendulum Dr. Perlman is a leading integrative and functional medicine expert with over 25 years of experience. Prior to joining Pendulum, Dr. Perlman served as the Director of Integrative Health and Wellbeing at Mayo Clinic. He also held the position of Executive Director for Integrative Medicine at Duke University and was the Associate Vice President for Health and Wellness for the Duke University Health System. Board-certified in internal medicine, Dr. Perlman is well-regarded for his work in chronic disease prevention and gut health. https://www.dukehealth.org/locations/duke-integrative-medicine-center At Pendulum Therapeutics, Dr. Perlman leads clinical research initiatives and oversees the development of cutting-edge microbiome products to improve metabolic health. His role involves pioneering new probiotic solutions and collaborating with academic institutions to advance microbiome science. Dr. Perlman’s efforts include launching clinical trials, interpreting research findings, and developing strategies to enhance overall health. For more insights on Pendulum's innovative work, check out my podcast with their co-founder, Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe. https://bengreenfieldlife.com/podcast/colleen-cutcliffe-pendulum/ Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/glp1podcast Additional Resources: Ben Greenfield Life Website: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/ Ben Greenfield Life Podcast: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/podcast/ Ben Greenfield Books: https://shopbengreenfieldlife.com/collections/books Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bengreenfieldfitness/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BGFitness X https://twitter.com/bengreenfield TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@bengreenfield #bengreenfield #longevity #guthealth