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#INTERVIEW: In Conversation with Dr. Ross Walker & Dr. Julie Z. Chen About Revolutionizing Gut Health

In recent years, gut health has emerged as the
cornerstone of overall well-being, with increasing
evidence linking it to everything from immune
function and mental health to cardiovascular
health and chronic disease prevention. After a
successful Arab Health Medical Expo 2025, Dr.
Ross Walker, a leading cardiologist and Chairman
of the Gut Foundation in Australia, alongside Dr.
Julie Z. Chen, a seasoned naturopathic doctor,
spoke with L’Officiel Arabia about their mission of
revolutionizing health through the transformative
power of gut wellness. Together, they are
reshaping how we approach wellness, from the
food we eat to the products we trust. Here’s an
exclusive look at their groundbreaking work and
their vision for a healthier future in the UAE.
Delna Mistry Anand: Dr. Ross, Dr. Julie, thank
you for joining us today. Let’s begin by talking
about your presence at Arab Health 2025, and
what exactly is Theronomic?
Dr. Ross Walker: Thank you for having us. Our
company has several components, and our focus
is on the Theronomic component, which
concentrates on gut health—the root of over 90%
of modern diseases. I’m a cardiologist with over
45 years of experience and the chairman of the
Gut Foundation in Australia, and Julie is the
designer. Together we’ve developed ‘Theronomic’
to address the widespread gut dysfunction
caused by poor diets, stress, and chemicals.
Gut health awareness has increased
considerably in recent years, and the gut is
called the second brain. Please explain why the
gut plays a vital role in our overall wellbeing.
Dr. Ross Walker: Though I am a cardiologist, I
spend substantial time devoted to educating
people about gut health. The gut is the first point
of contact for everything we consume, and it
plays a crucial role in overall health. With 40
trillion human cells and 100 trillion gut bacteria, if
the gut isn’t healthy, the body isn’t either. Gut-
related diseases, such as IBS, bloating, and reflux,
are common, and even conditions like
Alzheimer’s and heart disease are linked to gut
health. In fact, 70% of our immune system is in
the gut, and imbalanced gut bacteria can lead to
fatty plaques in the arteries.

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