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PODCAST: Food Has Evolved — Our Gut Hasn’t

April 21, 2026

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Modern food looks nothing like it did a generation ago, let alone thousands of years ago. What does this mean for your body? In this episode, we explore how our diets have changed dramatically over time, the types of food our digestive systems are hardwired to handle, and what that mismatch means for metabolism, gut health and more.

Expert: Dr. Archana Sadhu, endocrinologist

Notable topics covered:

  • The evolution of the human diet

  • How modern diets affect gut bacteria, inflammation and nutrient absorption

  • Why ingredient lists matter, and how to tell when a food is ultra-processed

  • Why fiber matters but “fibermaxxing” isn’t always the answer

  • How pairing macronutrients helps the body digest food more smoothly

  • The surprising importance of when you eat — not just what

  • Cultural eating patterns and what the Mediterranean diet gets right

  • Do vitamins and supplements really help your metabolism?

  • Small, realistic changes that support digestion without overthinking food

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