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Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

191: Kiran Krishnan: How to Rebuild Your Gut Microbiome & Reduce Inflammation

Aug 18, 2026 · 1h 12m

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What if the biggest mistake we're making with gut health is treating the microbiome like a list of bacteria instead of a living ecosystem? Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that influence inflammation, metabolism, immune function, hormones, brain health, and longevity. But modern life—from ultra-processed foods and antibiotics to pesticides, chronic stress, and inadequate fiber—may be systematically stripping away the microbial diversity we need to stay healthy. My guest, Kiran Krishnan , is a research microbiologist and microbiome expert who has spent nearly two decades studying these complex microbial ecosystems. He co-founded Microbiome Labs and has helped develop…