{"podcast":{"title":"The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®","slug":"the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957","podcast_index_feed_id":7329957,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/6WBTF9vj.rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/576955","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/89d80b08-773b-4e01-8b54-7befa2a042d6/Motivation_Podcast_Cover-2-20251204-xtqc0mqe8n.png","author":"Dr. Jeannette Bimonte","episode_count":54,"summary":"Real talk for pet parents who know there has to be more to pet healthcare. Hosted by The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®, Dr Bimonte, this podcast explores the connections conventional conversations often miss. Topics on nutrition, gut health, functional testing, and environmental exposures to longevity, chronic symptoms, and whole-pet wellness. Expect honest education, bold perspectives, and practical ways to become a more informed advocate for your pet. It’s time to take a non-traditional approach to pet health to question the norm, uncover deeper connections, and help your pet live a healthier, longer life. The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®, the veterinarian your pet will thank you for.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T22:17:08.728381+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957"},"episode":{"title":"#40 The Hidden Gut Effects of Omeprazole: What It’s Really Doing to Your Pet’s Microbiome","slug":"40-the-hidden-gut-effects-of-omeprazole-what-it-s-really-doing-to-your-pet-s-microbiome","published_at":"2026-04-09T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957/40-the-hidden-gut-effects-of-omeprazole-what-it-s-really-doing-to-your-pet-s-microbiome","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/acdea1bb354c652d3880351d88974ae941964ff8f0661db64479fb05f8f2d5fe/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNGFjNTIzYy0zOTk4LTRiMWQtYTJlZC02NTA0YTgzMjY2YTkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4OWQ4MGIwOC03NzNiLTRlMDEtOGI1NC03YmVmYTJhMDQyZDYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2N2ZiZWYxMzRjOWIyNWEwOTIwMzg0NjUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNjY0N2EyMmE5MjJmOWQ2MTMzMjg2L2RyLS1qZWFubmV0dGUtYmltb250ZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC04X18xNi0yMS00Ni5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/acdea1bb354c652d3880351d88974ae941964ff8f0661db64479fb05f8f2d5fe/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNGFjNTIzYy0zOTk4LTRiMWQtYTJlZC02NTA0YTgzMjY2YTkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4OWQ4MGIwOC03NzNiLTRlMDEtOGI1NC03YmVmYTJhMDQyZDYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2N2ZiZWYxMzRjOWIyNWEwOTIwMzg0NjUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNjY0N2EyMmE5MjJmOWQ2MTMzMjg2L2RyLS1qZWFubmV0dGUtYmltb250ZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC04X18xNi0yMS00Ni5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"Omeprazole is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in veterinary medicine, and it often is for good intent. It can be helpful in the right situations. But what happens when it’s used long-term or without a clear reason? In this episode, I break down what omeprazole is actually doing inside your pet’s body beyond just “reducing stomach acid.” We talk about how it shifts the gut environment, alters the microbiome, and why that matters for overall health. I also dive into one of the lesser-known downstream effects: how acid suppression can reduce beneficial bacteria like Peptoclostridium hiranonis , which plays a key role in bile acid conversion and gut protection. When that balance is disrupted, it can open the door to dysbiosis and opportunistic overgrowth. This is not about fear, it’s about awareness. Because when we understand the full picture, we can make more intentional, informed decisions for our pets. If your pet has ever been on omeprazole (or is currently on it), this is an episode you don’t want to miss. What You’ll Learn: • What omeprazole is • Why stomach acid is essential for digestion and protection • How acid suppression changes the gut microbiome • How reduced bile acid conversion can contribute to dysbiosis • The potential long-term ripple effects on gut health and immunity • Why omeprazole is often overused in pets • How to start thinking more intentionally about gut health and medications If this episode made you rethink your pet’s gut health, share it with a fellow pet parent. And if you’re ready to take a more personalized, root-cause approach, you can learn more about working with me below. Work With Me: In-home holistic concierge veterinary care (Tampa Bay) Virtual nutrition consults Follow Along: Instagram: @the_nontraditionalveterinar…","meta_description":"Omeprazole is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in veterinary medicine, and it often is for good intent. 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