299 Microbiome Medicine for Metabolic Health with Dr Paul Froomes (Part 1)

Did you know the trillions of bacteria living in your gut could be contributing to weight gain, bloating, anxiety, and even depression? In this episode, Dr Mary Barson sits down with Melbourne gastroenterologist Dr Paul Froomes — a gut health expert with over 30 years of experience — to unpack the science of the microbiome in plain English. You'll learn why "functional" gut conditions like IBS are very real (not just in your head), how the food you eat directly shapes your gut bacteria, and how a dysbiotic microbiome can make you absorb more calories, crave sugar, and become insulin resistant. This is part one of a two-part conversation you won't want to miss. Website links: Website: themicrobiomeclinic.com.au/ Instagram: @dr.paulfroomes TikTok: @drpaulfroomes For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: Episode, show notes & transcript

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299 Microbiome Medicine for Metabolic Health with Dr Paul Froomes (Part 1) is an episode from Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast by Chris Ashmore.

This episode is 21:13 long.

This episode was published on Mar 16, 2026.

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