<description>&lt;p&gt;When Steven Wright set out to solve his own lifelong gut issues, he didn't expect to uncover one of the most important and overlooked drivers of modern chronic disease. But years of research led him to a surprising discovery: a single gut-derived molecule called butyrate can influence everything from mood and metabolism to heart health, stroke risk, and brain resilience.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In this episode, Dr. Z sits down with Steven to unpack the hidden axis most people never hear about: a connection between the gut, vagal nerve, and the organs that keep you alive. Steven explains why gut dysbiosis and intestinal permeability aren't just digestive problems but can quietly disrupt cardiovascular health, impair recovery after major health events, and accelerate aging. And he shares how restoring healthy butyrate production may be one of the most powerful, practical steps anyone can take toward long-term vitality.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You'll Learn:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Gut–Heart Connection&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Why Butyrate Matters Most&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hidden Signs of Dysbiosis&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Truth About Probiotics&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Age Impacts to Microbiome&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you've ever wondered what your doctor isn't telling you, this episode will help you finally connect the dots and take ownership of your healing.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As always, our prayer is that you experience the abundant life.&lt;br /&gt; ~ Dr. Z &amp; Mama Z&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Stay Connected:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://naturallivingfamily.com/newsletter-signup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Subscribe to our Newsletter&lt;/a&gt; for practical non-toxic living and Bible Health tips.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://naturallivingfamily.com/ask" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Ask us your questions&lt;/a&gt; and be featured on the show!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://biblehealthacademy.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"&gt;Join Bible Health Academy&lt;/a&gt; for the support you need to live a healthier, stronger, more abundant life.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bible-health-daily/id1843375574" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Tune in to Bible Health Daily&lt;/a&gt; for short devotionals to keep you grounded in God's Word and thriving in faith, family and health.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What We Discuss: &lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; 00:00 Introduction&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;02:01 Q&amp;A How to store carrier oil&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;04:51 Gut dysbiosis problems and signs&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;05:31 Why butyrate protects system health&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;07:26 The vagal nerve and gut–heart signals&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;13:00 The hippy community of good bugs&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;14:25 Why new research doesn't reach doctors&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;17:26 Probiotics limits for dysbiosis&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;20:13 Why low-carb diets reduce butyrate&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;33:30 How aging decreases microbiome health&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;36:20 Best gut supplements for help&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;42:12 Testing your microbiome at home&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;45:19 Raising butyrate through lifestyle&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;49:13 Recovery steps and final words&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Episode Resources:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Steven Wright | &lt;a href= "https://healthygut.com/blog/"&gt;Website&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Steven Wright | &lt;a href="https://amzn.to/4olYZAz"&gt;Shop&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Pulsetto | &lt;a href="https://amzn.to/3M0WTZs"&gt;Shop&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;NLF | &lt;a href= "https://naturallivingfamilypodcast.com/"&gt;NaturalLivingFamilyPodcast.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;NLF | &lt;a href= "https://naturallivingfamily.com/homemade/body-care/base-oil-for-essential-oils/"&gt; Mama Z's Carrier Oil Base Mix&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Follow Us:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/naturallivingfamilyofficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.facebook.com/NaturalLivingFamily" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/@naturallivingfamily" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.pinterest.com/naturallivingfamilyofficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Pinterest&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Natural Living Family Podcast

Dr. Z & Mama Z

Butyrate, Vagal Tone, Gut Health: The Critical Axis Behind Heart & Brain Resilience | Steven Wright

DEC 4, 202556 MIN
Natural Living Family Podcast

Butyrate, Vagal Tone, Gut Health: The Critical Axis Behind Heart & Brain Resilience | Steven Wright

DEC 4, 202556 MIN

Description

When Steven Wright set out to solve his own lifelong gut issues, he didn't expect to uncover one of the most important and overlooked drivers of modern chronic disease. But years of research led him to a surprising discovery: a single gut-derived molecule called butyrate can influence everything from mood and metabolism to heart health, stroke risk, and brain resilience.

In this episode, Dr. Z sits down with Steven to unpack the hidden axis most people never hear about: a connection between the gut, vagal nerve, and the organs that keep you alive. Steven explains why gut dysbiosis and intestinal permeability aren't just digestive problems but can quietly disrupt cardiovascular health, impair recovery after major health events, and accelerate aging. And he shares how restoring healthy butyrate production may be one of the most powerful, practical steps anyone can take toward long-term vitality.

You'll Learn:

The Gut–Heart Connection

Why Butyrate Matters Most

Hidden Signs of Dysbiosis

The Truth About Probiotics

Age Impacts to Microbiome

If you've ever wondered what your doctor isn't telling you, this episode will help you finally connect the dots and take ownership of your healing.

As always, our prayer is that you experience the abundant life. ~ Dr. Z & Mama Z

Stay Connected:

Subscribe to our Newsletter for practical non-toxic living and Bible Health tips.

Ask us your questions and be featured on the show!

Join Bible Health Academy for the support you need to live a healthier, stronger, more abundant life.

Tune in to Bible Health Daily for short devotionals to keep you grounded in God's Word and thriving in faith, family and health.

What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction

02:01 Q&A How to store carrier oil

04:51 Gut dysbiosis problems and signs

05:31 Why butyrate protects system health

07:26 The vagal nerve and gut–heart signals

13:00 The hippy community of good bugs

14:25 Why new research doesn't reach doctors

17:26 Probiotics limits for dysbiosis

20:13 Why low-carb diets reduce butyrate

33:30 How aging decreases microbiome health

36:20 Best gut supplements for help

42:12 Testing your microbiome at home

45:19 Raising butyrate through lifestyle

49:13 Recovery steps and final words

Episode Resources:

Steven Wright | Website

Steven Wright | Shop

Pulsetto | Shop

NLF | NaturalLivingFamilyPodcast.com

NLF | Mama Z's Carrier Oil Base Mix

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