Professor Paul Cotter on The Science of Fermented Foods

Professor Paul Cotter on The Science of Fermented Foods

Author: Kriben Govender August 31, 2020 Duration: 1:08:22
Professor Paul Cotter on the scientific evidence supporting the benefits of fermented food and why these foods are great for gut health and the microbiome. We also cover sports, exercise and the impact on your microbiome and much more.
 
 
Bio: 
 
Paul is a molecular biologist with a focus on food. He coordinates the European Union's H2020 Innovation Action related to food and the food chain, and heads Teagasc's DNA high throughput sequencing facility. A multiple award winner himself, his laboratory has been named Laboratory of the Year Award five times. In addition to his roles at Teagasc and APC, he is a principal investigator at Vistamilk SFI Centres and Food for Health Ireland. He has published extensively and was included in the Clarivate list of highly cited researchers in 2018 and 19. 
 
Topics discussed:
 
  • Paul passion with Science and the Microbiome
  • The Virus Issue
  • The situation in Ireland
  • Beneficial Microbes
  • The Hygiene Hypothesis
  • Microbes and the Food Industry Insurance policy
  • Pasteurisation
  • Alternative way of Food Preservation
  • The advent of Fermented Foods
  • Fermented Foods and Gut Health
  • Fermented foods and Allergen removal
  • Removal of Anti- Nutrient Compounds
  • What is Fermentation?
  • Mik Kefir Fermentation
  • How does fermented foods cultures vary around the world
  • Fermented Food - Gut Brain Axis- Anxiety and Depression
  • Ted Dinan and John Cryan
  • Kefir Grains with Coconut Milk
  • DNA based testing of Fermented Foods
  • Alpha and Beta Diversity- PCOA/ Clustering
  • Diversity of the Microbiome and Health
  • Diversity and Ecosystems
  • Clostridium difficile infections -
  • Treatments for Clostridium Difficile
  • Fermented Foods and Gut Diversity
  • What are Postbiotics 
  • Benefits of Postbiotics
  • Introducing fermented foods early
  • Birth modality, Infant feeding and the microbiome
  • Training the Immunity System
  • Variety of fermented foods
  • The Scientific Evidence behind fermented foods
  • The Fermented Foods Revolution
  • The Science of Milk Kefir
  • The Health Benefits of Milk Kefir
  • The Difference between Milk Kefir Grain and Starter Cultures
  • Definition of Real Kefir
  • The Russian Method of Milk Kefir Production
  • Artisan Kefir Making
  • Genome Sequencing of Kefir to identify best attributes
  • Standard of Identity regarding Kefir
  • Kefir and Alcohol
  • Legislation the authenticity of fermented foods
  • Scientific Benefits of Milk Kefir
  • Tumour Suppression
  • Blood Pressure
  • Wound Healing
  • IBD
  • Anxiety
  • Human Clinical Trials
  • Sports Enhancement, Exercise and the Microbiome
  • Is High Intensity or Low Intensity Exercise the best for the microbiome?
  • Exercise Whey Protein and Creatine Kinase (CK)
  • Importance of Diet
  • Paul's top Gut Health Tip 
 
 
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Kriben Govender's journey is a testament to how personal crisis can lead to profound discovery. After a period where his life unraveled through professional bullying, personal loss, and deep isolation, he found a lifeline not in abstract concepts, but in the very real science of the microbiome. As a Food Scientist and founder of Nourishme Organics, Kriben now channels that hard-won perspective into The Gut Health Gurus Podcast. Here, conversations move beyond dry dietary advice to explore the tangible connections between our digestive system and everything from mental resilience to physical fitness. Each episode feels like a candid discussion, unpacking how nurturing gut health can fundamentally alter one's wellbeing. You'll hear from a range of voices-scientists, practitioners, and people with lived experience-all grounded in Kriben's own understanding that true health often starts from within. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a sustainable, informed relationship with your body. Tune in for a podcast that blends evidence-based nutrition with the very human stories behind the science, offering a compassionate and practical guide to taking control of your health from the inside out.
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