Struggling to gain weight, keep muscle, or rebuild strength after illness? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Dr. Gundry Podcast, world-renowned gut health expert Dr. Steven Gundry shares exactly how to gain weight safely, effectively, and without harming your gut.
Whether you’re recovering from cancer, living with an autoimmune disease, or simply battling a fast metabolism, Dr. Gundry reveals the real reason many people can’t gain weight: damaged gut lining and poor nutrient absorption. Discover the shocking connection between leaky gut, chemotherapy, and weight loss—and how to reverse it naturally.
From the Macadamia Nut Challenge to smart starches like sorghum and resistant tubers, Dr. Gundry breaks down exactly what to eat to restore your gut and support healthy weight gain. Plus: why you should avoid certain “healthy” proteins like whey and pea protein—and what to do instead.
0:00 – Why some people can’t gain weight (and how gut damage is to blame)
3:02 – Dr. Gundry’s “Macadamia Nut Challenge” and how it works
5:15 – Avocados, resistant starches & smart carbs for safe weight gain
8:12 – Fruit, fructose & the fat-storing “great ape” gene
11:59 – Muscle mass vs. fat: The truth behind “bulking”
13:32 – Why more protein isn’t always the answer (especially for seniors)
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