# Ep. 603 The Microbiome's Role in Heart and Metabolic Health with Dr. William Davis | Menopause, Perimenopause, Microbiome

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Published: 2026-06-06T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. William Davis. He’s a cardiologist, New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly book series, and author of Super Gut. He is also the founder and Medical Director of the Infinite Health Program and the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Realize Therapeutics Corp, which is developing innovative solutions to restore and support the human microbiome. In our conversation, we explore the microbiome and how it is influenced by key changes in a woman’s life, including pregnancy and premature delivery, as well as how modern lifestyle factors disrupt our microbiome. Dr. Davis discusses endotoxemia and dysbiosis in fertility, uterine health, and cardiovascular disease, as well as antibiotic use, statins, atrial fibrillation, the role of blood glycocalyx, TMAO, and the dietary approach he considers important. He also discusses appropriate prescribed antibiotic use in the context of microbiome disruption. Stay tuned for another fascinating discussion with Dr William Davis on the far-reaching impact of the microbiome on women's health, heart health, and longevity. I look forward to having Dr. Davis back on the show! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How factors such as omega-3 fatty acid intake and microbiome health may affect pregnancy outcomes. How microbial health extends beyond the gastrointestinal tract and can influence multiple organ systems The disruptive effects of antibiotics, glyphosate, food preservatives, and emulsifiers on the microbiome Dr. Davis describes how endotoxemia can affect the brain, skin, joints, metabolism, and cardiovascular system. How endotoxemia influences multiple cardiovascular risk markers How endotoxemia and glycation can contribute to atrial fibrillation The role of the glycocalyx, and how d…

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