Do you need to follow a plant based diet? Is more fiber always better? Does everyone have a parasite to kill? For the final episode of season 6 of The Gut show, let’s break down some gut health myths and cover the nuance of these hot topics!  And as we close down this season, if you have found value in any of our episode - a review on iTunes, rating on Spotify, and/or subscription on YouTube all mean so much and help us reach a larger audience.  What should we cover in Season 7?    In this episode, we cover: Do you need to be plant based to manage symptoms [2:27] Does saturated fat intake impact motility [7:29]   Is more fiber always better [10:25] What is fiber [11:17] Does more fiber mean more gas [13:54] Does this mean you’re backed up with poop [14:24] Fiber intake goal [15:40] Does everyone have a parasite to kill [17:51] What are parasites [18:11] Can you get a parasite in the United States [19:21] Where do you get parasites? [22:22] Where does the parasite myth come from [23:52] Do you need repeat parasite cleanses [29:30]    Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by FODZYME, the world's first enzyme blend that targets FODMAPs, gas-causing carbohydrates and common gut triggers.  Mixing FODZYME with your food allows the enzymes to integrate and break down the FODMAPs lactose, GOS, and fructan, before they can affect your gut. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME can help you reduce overall FODMAP load, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. Say goodbye to digestion drama with the help of FODZYME. Learn more at fodzyme.com and use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off any single order   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   YouTube: www.youtube.com/@gutivate TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinjudge.rd Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/gutivate   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal