You may have noticed an increase in the number of gut health testing kits being advertised on social media recently. These kits promise insights into the microbiome and solutions for a healthier gut, but what do they really offer, and how reliable are their claims?
Today, we're excited to bring in two exceptional experts to help us dig into the science and marketing behind these tests: Dr. Emily Prpa and Kaitlin Colucci.
Kaitlin is one of the leading gut health dietitians in the UK and founder of The Mission Dietitian, combining nearly a decade of experience in dietetics with her passion for yoga teaching. Renowned for her innovative approach, Kaitlin specialises in integrating science-backed nutrition with the healing practices of yoga, meditation, and breathwork to address the complexities of IBS and other gut health disorders.
Dr Emily Prpa is an award-winning nutritionist, with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London. Her research focuses on advancing our understanding of how the gut microbiome influences various aspects of health and wellbeing. Her research has been presented internationally, published in high-impact journals and helped inform UK Food Policy. Today she is a Visiting Lecturer at King’s College London, the Company Nutritionist for Yakult and known as The Nutrition Reporter on Instagram where she is recognised as a trusted voice in wellbeing. Emily is considered one of the leading experts in her field and is frequently featured in the media, including Sky News and the BBC.
Together, we’ll break down how these gut health kits function, what they really assess, and their limitations when it comes to providing health advice. We’ll also touch on other ways to build a healthy gut. So, whether you're considering trying one of these tests yourself or have patients quizzing you on them, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
Show Notes:
Dr Emily Prpa’s socials:
Website: www.dremilyprpa.com
Instagram: @thenutritionreporter
Kaitlin Colucci’s socials:
Website: www.kaitlincolucci.com
Instagram: @themissiondietitian
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themissiondietitianuk/
YouTube: @themissiondietitian