In this episode of Resilience Gone Wild, host Jessica Morgenthal sits down with registered dietician Elisa to unpack the powerful connection between gut health, biodiversity, and resilience. They explore how the gut biome plays a critical role in immunity, mental health, and overall well-being. The conversation covers everything from the benefits of a fiber-rich, plant-forward diet to the dangers of monocrops, processed foods, and environmental toxins. They also highlight how regenerative farming and mindful nutrition choices contribute to a healthier planet and body. With a practical, compassionate lens, Jessica and Elisa guide listeners toward nutritional diversity, emphasizing progress over perfection and the importance of aligning eating habits with personal purpose and values.

Key Takeaways:

• A diverse gut microbiome supports immunity, mood, and resilience.
• Fiber is essential for a thriving gut biome.
• Shifting from dieting to purpose-driven eating leads to sustainable wellness.
• Monocrops and processed foods reduce both nutritional and environmental diversity.
• Regenerative agriculture enhances soil health and ecosystem resilience.
• Plant-forward diets are backed by research for longevity and gut function. It’s about putting more plants in no going for all or nothing. 
• Small, consistent changes are more impactful than extreme diets.
• Gut health can respond to dietary changes in as little as 24. True for healthy and unhealthy changes! 
• Changing your eating habits is a practice. A lifestyle. Like any other healthy change, it’s about long term commitment and embracing the treats too!
• Mindful eating increases enjoyment and improves food relationships.
• Embracing imperfection is key to lasting health.

Notable Quotes:

• "Diversity always leads to resilience."
• "Your gut can change within 24 hours."
• "It's not about dieting; it's about health."
• "Eat the rainbow—not Skittles."
• "Crowding in more vegetables is key."
• "You have to have an inner sense of purpose."

Resources:

Elisa's Website: https://green-bites.com/

Elisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-bremner-rd/

https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/what-is-myplate

Biggest Little Farm: https://www.biggestlittlefarmmovie.com/

The Guardian: Experts say we need to eat 30 plants a week. This is how I fared

BBC:  Are you getting your 30 plants a week? Plant points explained

Healthline (includes gut and brain health connection): How Does Your Gut Microbiome Impact Your Overall Health?

BBC: How gut bacteria are controlling your brain

Harvard Health on eating healthy vs taking supplements: Probiotics and prebiotics: what's really important - Harvard Health

Keywords:

gut biome, gut health, fiber, biodiversity, regenerative farming, plant-based diet, processed foods, nutrition, resilience, immunity, dietary diversity, gut-brain connection, mindful eating, environmental impact, monocrops, sustainable agriculture

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