The Gut Gurus Podcast provides health education, information and insights backed by evidence from two leading gastroenterologists who have helped thousands of patients manage gastrointestinal disorders and improve their overall health.
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interviews Dr. Larry Kosinski, founder of VIOVOC, a wellness technology company focused on the connection between diet and the gut microbiome. The VIOVOC “E-Nose” plugs into a bathroom outlet and analyzes the air after a bowel movement for volatile organic compounds produced by gut bacteria. When gut bacteria ferment soluble fiber, they […]
20 Aug 2026
Activating Your Own GLP-1 with Calocurb
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Sarah Kennedy, founder and CEO of Calocurb, a New Zealand company that makes a non-prescription appetite management supplement. Calocurb’s active ingredient is Amarasate, a bitter hops extract that activates bitter taste receptors in the gastrointestinal tract, prompting the body to release its own appetite-suppressing hormones, including the […]
14 May 2026
When the Gut Microbiome Becomes Imbalanced
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam examine dysbiosis, the imbalance that develops when the gut microbiome falls out of healthy equilibrium. They discuss what dysbiosis actually looks like inside the gut, how a loss of microbial diversity impairs normal function, and why diet, antibiotics, infections, and chronic stress are among its most common triggers. […]
9 Apr 2026
Reframing Exercise Rewards with Dr. Michelle Segar
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Dr. Michelle Segar, a behavior-change scientist at the University of Michigan whose research focuses on helping people adopt and sustain healthy behaviors over the long term. Dr. Segar discusses why traditional health advice so often fails to produce lasting change and how immediate rewards like stress relief, […]
26 Feb 2026
Measuring Metabolism with Lumen’s Daniel Tal Mor
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Daniel Tal Mor, co-founder and CEO of Lumen, a health technology company focused on metabolic measurement. Lumen’s handheld device analyzes a breath sample to estimate whether the body is primarily using carbohydrates or fats for fuel and pairs those measurements with app-based guidance designed to support nutrition […]
4 Dec 2025
Stealth Nutrition with Christopher Gardner
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Professor Christopher Gardner, Director of Nutrition Studies at the Stanford Prevention Research Center. Professor Gardner has led landmark NIH-funded clinical trials on popular diets, plant-based eating, and how nutrition patterns affect overall health. Dr. Gardner discusses what his research reveals about low-fat versus low-carb diets, how fermented […]
20 Sept 2025
Treating Obesity with GLP-1 Medications | Part 2
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao continue their discussion on the role that GLP-1 medications play in weight management. GLP-1 medications help regulate appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support gradual, sustainable weight loss. They can also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and improve overall metabolic health. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. […]
28 Aug 2025
Treating Obesity with GLP-1 Medications | Part 1
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao discuss the role that GLP-1 medications play in weight management. GLP-1 medications help regulate appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support gradual, sustainable weight loss. They can also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and improve overall metabolic health. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Rao as they […]
15 Aug 2025
Insights on Treating Obesity with Dr. Angela Fitch
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Dr. Angela Fitch, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Knownwell, a primary care and obesity medicine practice that’s redefining how we treat obesity and focus on metabolic health. Dr. Fitch has been at the forefront of obesity medicine for over two decades, helping to shape a more […]
31 Jul 2025
Exploring the Muscle-Gut Connection with John Hawley
Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview John Hawley, head of the Exercise & Nutrition Research Program, and director of the Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research at the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. Professor Hawley focuses on the interaction of exercise training and diet on human health outcomes, with a specific emphasis on […]
17 Jul 2025
GI Health: The Importance of a High-Fiber Diet
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao discuss the role that a high-fiber diet plays in gut health. A high-fiber diet supports digestive health, lowers cholesterol, helps control blood sugar, and promotes weight management. It also reduces the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Rao as […]
3 Jul 2025
GI Health: The Importance of the Gut Microbiome
Doctors Naresh Gunaratnam and Supriya Rao illuminate the gut microbiome's crucial role in digestion, immunity, and overall well-being, emphasizing its importance for gastrointestinal health in this interview episode.
5 Jun 2025
Metabolic Syndrome: Drinking, Smoking & Other Habits
Doctors Naresh Gunaratnam and Supriya Rao examine how habits like drinking and smoking contribute to metabolic syndrome risk, which can lead to chronic diseases, in this interview.
22 May 2025
Metabolic Syndrome: Exercise, Sleep & Stress
Doctors Naresh Gunaratnam and Supriya explore how exercise, sleep, and stress reduction protect against metabolic syndrome and related chronic diseases, offering insights for improved health.
21 May 2025
The Role of Diet & Nutrition in Preventing Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya explore how diet and nutrition impact health, focusing on preventing metabolic syndrome and reducing risks of chronic diseases in this interview.
8 May 2025
Welcome to Gut Gurus
Gastroenterologists Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam introduce their podcast, Gut Gurus, offering evidence-based health education and insights on managing gastrointestinal disorders.
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