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Master Class on How To Fix Your Digestive Issues & Gut Health (With a Renowned GI Doctor)

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory 👉 https://melrob.co/let-them-theory 👈 The #1 Best Selling Book of 2025 🔥 Discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words. Let Them. — Two-thirds of people have a stomach or gut issue. Do you want to know exactly what to do to feel better? In today’s episode, you’re getting an appointment with one of the most renowned GI doctors in the world. She is here today with her step-by-step protocol to help you reset your gut health, beat the bloat, and find more energy today. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, MD is a renowned gastroenterologist. For two decades, her integrative clinic, Digestive Center for Wellness, has helped patients uncover the root cause of GI disorders. She’s worked at Georgetown Hospital for 27 years and has a deep wealth of knowledge and experience. She is going to inform you of the simple things that you can do starting today to: - Have a healthier gut - Beat the bloat - Settle your IBS - And address constipation once and for all You’ll get her nutritional plan to heal stomach problems and optimize your gut for mental and physical health… and you’ll even learn exactly WHAT your poo should look like (and when you should go to the doctor). This is THE master class on your gut health, and it’s filled with compelling, tactical, and easy to understand science. Dr. Robynne’s website: https://gutbliss.com/ For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-181 Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themelrobbinspodcast I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:08: You will be SHOCKED when you find out how many people have gut issues. 00:06:12: If you are dealing with gut issues, listen to this advice. 00:07:44: This study about gut health has surprising findings about your diet. 00:09:47: Renowned GI doctor Dr. Robynne reveals what she eats in a day. 00:11:29: Dr. Robynne’s HOT take on probiotics. 00:18:52: Three habits you can implement today to build a healthy gut. 00:22:34: This is why your gut health is SO important. 00:30:36: The diet Dr. Robynne prescribes to her patients to get them off medication. 00:34:43: You need to know this about your gut if you’re going through menopause. 00:37:36: You won’t believe how important the gut-brain connection is. 00:39:39:The science-backed connection between anxiety and stomach problems. 00:44:43: Dr. Robynne wants you to throw away these over-the-counter medications. 00:49:01: How often should you be pooping? 00:52:20: Three reasons why women’s and men’s gut health differ. 00:59:32: The surprising causes of constipation. 01:04:43: Dr. Robynne’s advice for anyone who has tried everything for constipation. 01:06:56: Why many of us lose our ability to digest this as we get older. 01:14:42: “The Gut Bliss Method,” Dr. Robynne’s 10-day plan for a better gut. 01:17:59: The one thing Dr. Robynne wants you to implement TODAY. — Follow Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/ TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@melrobbins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melrobbins Website: http://melrobbins.com​ — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins​?sub_confirmation=1 — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah #lifeadvice #selfdevelopment #habits

Dr. Robin ChutkanguestMel Robbinshost
Jun 6, 20241h 24mWatch on YouTube ↗

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Released
June 6, 2024
Duration
1h 24m
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory 👉 https://melrob.co/let-them-theory 👈 The #1 Best Selling Book of 2025 🔥 Discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words. Let Them. — Two-thirds of people have a stomach or gut issue. Do you want to know exactly what to do to feel better? In today’s episode, you’re getting an appointment with one of the most renowned GI doctors in the world. She is here today with her step-by-step protocol to help you reset your gut health, beat the bloat, and find more energy today. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, MD is a renowned gastroenterologist. For two decades, her integrative clinic, Digestive Center for Wellness, has helped patients uncover the root cause of GI disorders. She’s worked at Georgetown Hospital for 27 years and has a deep wealth of knowledge and experience. She is going to inform you of the simple things that you can do starting today to:

  • Have a healthier gut
  • Beat the bloat
  • Settle your IBS
  • And address constipation once and for all

You’ll get her nutritional plan to heal stomach problems and optimize your gut for mental and physical health… and you’ll even learn exactly WHAT your poo should look like (and when you should go to the doctor). This is THE master class on your gut health, and it’s filled with compelling, tactical, and easy to understand science. Dr. Robynne’s website: https://gutbliss.com/ For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-181 Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themelrobbinspodcast I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:08: You will be SHOCKED when you find out how many people have gut issues. 00:06:12: If you are dealing with gut issues, listen to this advice. 00:07:44: This study about gut health has surprising findings about your diet. 00:09:47: Renowned GI doctor Dr. Robynne reveals what she eats in a day. 00:11:29: Dr. Robynne’s HOT take on probiotics. 00:18:52: Three habits you can implement today to build a healthy gut. 00:22:34: This is why your gut health is SO important. 00:30:36: The diet Dr. Robynne prescribes to her patients to get them off medication. 00:34:43: You need to know this about your gut if you’re going through menopause. 00:37:36: You won’t believe how important the gut-brain connection is. 00:39:39:The science-backed connection between anxiety and stomach problems. 00:44:43: Dr. Robynne wants you to throw away these over-the-counter medications. 00:49:01: How often should you be pooping? 00:52:20: Three reasons why women’s and men’s gut health differ. 00:59:32: The surprising causes of constipation. 01:04:43: Dr. Robynne’s advice for anyone who has tried everything for constipation. 01:06:56: Why many of us lose our ability to digest this as we get older. 01:14:42: “The Gut Bliss Method,” Dr. Robynne’s 10-day plan for a better gut. 01:17:59: The one thing Dr. Robynne wants you to implement TODAY. — Follow Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/ TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@melrobbins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melrobbins Website: http://melrobbins.com​ — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins​?sub_confirmation=1 — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah #lifeadvice #selfdevelopment #habits

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  • Dr. Robin Chutkan

    guest
  • Mel Robbins

    host
  • Narrator

    other

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, featuring Dr. Robin Chutkan and Mel Robbins, Master Class on How To Fix Your Digestive Issues & Gut Health (With a Renowned GI Doctor) explores gI Doctor Reveals Simple Daily Habits To Transform Your Gut Health Mel Robbins interviews gastroenterologist Dr. Robynne Chutkan for a practical masterclass on gut health, digestion, and poop. They explain why gut issues are skyrocketing—especially in 18–44 year olds—and how gut health drives immunity, hormones, mood, and overall energy. Dr. Chutkan debunks probiotic hype, emphasizes food and lifestyle over supplements, and outlines her three core habits: hydration, movement, and fiber. The conversation also covers constipation, bloating, IBS, female-specific anatomy, stress, and a 10‑day Gut Bliss Method to reset and restore gut function.

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