Tim Spector. // An expert is debunking 'gut hacks' trending across social media, after Matt Damon attributed his impressive weight loss for The Odyssey to a three-month gut cleanse. In an interview with Andy Cohen, Matt Damon said his strict exercise regime to drop the pounds and embody Odysseus started with a 'gut cleanse' - which included cutting out gluten, sugar, caffeine, dairy and alcohol. And health influencers across social media are encouraging people who experience bloating, fatigue and digestive issues to try 'gut hacks' to heal themselves. But now, gut-health expert Dr Tim Spector is speaking out against misinformation, saying the following three 'gut hacks' are nonsense, and that healing your microbiome is actually a simple science.
A man exercising. // // An expert is debunking 'gut hacks' trending across social media, after Matt Damon attributed his impressive weight loss for The Odyssey to a three-month gut cleanse. In an interview with Andy Cohen, Matt Damon said his strict exercise regime to drop the pounds and embody Odysseus started with a 'gut cleanse' - which included cutting out gluten, sugar, caffeine, dairy and alcohol. And health influencers across social media are encouraging people who experience bloating, fatigue and digestive issues to try 'gut hacks' to heal themselves. But now, gut-health expert Dr Tim Spector is speaking out against misinformation, saying the following three 'gut hacks' are nonsense, and that healing your microbiome is actually a simple science.
Tim Spector. // An expert is debunking 'gut hacks' trending across social media, after Matt Damon attributed his impressive weight loss for The Odyssey to a three-month gut cleanse. In an interview with Andy Cohen, Matt Damon said his strict exercise regime to drop the pounds and embody Odysseus started with a 'gut cleanse' - which included cutting out gluten, sugar, caffeine, dairy and alcohol. And health influencers across social media are encouraging people who experience bloating, fatigue and digestive issues to try 'gut hacks' to heal themselves. But now, gut-health expert Dr Tim Spector is speaking out against misinformation, saying the following three 'gut hacks' are nonsense, and that healing your microbiome is actually a simple science.
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A man exercising. // // An expert is debunking 'gut hacks' trending across social media, after Matt Damon attributed his impressive weight loss for The Odyssey to a three-month gut cleanse. In an interview with Andy Cohen, Matt Damon said his strict exercise regime to drop the pounds and embody Odysseus started with a 'gut cleanse' - which included cutting out gluten, sugar, caffeine, dairy and alcohol. And health influencers across social media are encouraging people who experience bloating, fatigue and digestive issues to try 'gut hacks' to heal themselves. But now, gut-health expert Dr Tim Spector is speaking out against misinformation, saying the following three 'gut hacks' are nonsense, and that healing your microbiome is actually a simple science.
An expert is debunking "gut hacks" trending across social media, after Matt Damon attributed his impressive weight loss for "The Odyssey" to a three-month gut cleanse.
...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHEASTERN TALLAPOOSA COUNTY
THROUGH 100 PM CDT...
At 1221 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Goldville, or 10 miles northeast of Alexander City, moving southeast
at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Dadeville, Jacksons' Gap, New Site, Goldville, Hillabee Creek,
Northern Lake Martin, Daviston, Eagle Creek, Horseshoe Bend, and
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
&&
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN;
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109.
* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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