10/30/2026
3 spooky gut myths I'm retiring this Halloween 🎃
1. "Everyone needs a probiotic." Depending on the health of the person's gut microbiome and the probiotic itself will determine if the effects of the probiotic takes hold. And, understanding where the patient is in their healthcare journey determines if and when a probiotic should be given.
2. "You need a detox cleanse." This depends on what you mean by a "detox cleanse". Your liver and kidneys do this for free. However, many of us may be struggling with removing toxins from our body for several reasons including gene mutations, epigenetics, poor diet, sleep and exercise habits. There are natural compounds that support your liver and kidney detoxification pathways. Implementing specific lifestyle modifications and introducing these specific compounds when appropriate is what is needed, not a "cleanse".
3. "Gut health comes in a bottle." Food, sleep, and movement do the heavy lifting.
Which one surprised you most?
