In this episode, we'll discuss:

• How Evolution Shapes Our Diet: Why eating like our ancestors is key for optimal gut health.
• The Modern Diet Problem: How shifts in food over the last century are impacting our health today.
• Why Healthcare Misses the Mark on Diet: Exploring why doctors often overlook nutrition in favor of quick fixes.
• Digestive System Anatomy and Physiology: A simple breakdown of how our digestion works, and what types of foods our digestive tract is designed to digest.
• Common Diet Myths: Addressing misconceptions about protein needs and plant digestion.
• Brain vs. Gut Energy: How our diet has allowed for larger brains and more efficient digestion.
• Gut Bacteria and Fermentation: The benefits of fermentation in the gut and what happens when it goes wrong.
• Endotoxins and Inflammation: How certain gut bacteria can cause inflammation and affect your overall health.

This episode sets the stage for a deeper understanding of how our body's energy dynamics affect our overall health, and how we can use that understanding to our advantage.

My name is Ragnheiður (you can call me Ragna), and I'm your host - a medical doctor, a certified pre-/postnatal trainer, and most importantly, a mom of four and a wife. - This podcast is born from my dedication to uncovering the truths about nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle that genuinely benefit our bodies. We'll explore how to establish a lasting, healthy lifestyle that fits the reality of motherhood, how to enjoy an active, pain-free pregnancy, and how to navigate postpartum recovery to regain your fitness in a wholesome way. Join me as we debunk myths and discover the paths to excess energy, body confidence, and loving the life you live as a mom.

If you want to check out any studies I reference, head on to my website: www.babyletsmove.com

[Disclaimer: All health and nutritional information on this podcast should not take place of medical or professional advice. Although I am a medical doctor, I am not your healthcare provider. This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not substitute the advice from your healthcare professional. Always consult with your physician / healthcare provider prior to making any exercise, dietary, medical, or lifestyle decisions. Those who do not seek counsel from the appropriate healthcare provider assume the liability of any injury / adverse events which may occur. Do not follow the advice in this episode if you do not wish to be bound by this disclaimer.]