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#INTERVIEW: In Conversation with Dr. Ross Walker & Dr. Julie Z. Chen About Revolutionizing Gut Health
Our vision is to provide high-quality products that
go beyond conventional probiotics. Standard
probiotics often don’t have enough impact
because they only address a small fraction of gut
bacteria. We’ve developed products with higher
concentrations and better quality ingredients to
ensure efficacy, backed by scientific studies. With
Julie’s expertise, we’ve created solutions to
improve gut health, supporting everything from
mental health to immunity.
About 30-40 years ago, the idea was introduced
that everyone should consume low-fat foods,
which, in hindsight, is completely misguided.
Low-fat foods are often low in protein as well.
One key protein, tryptophan—a vital amino acid
—plays a crucial role in our well-being. When you
consume tryptophan, it’s converted by healthy
gut bacteria into serotonin, the "happy" chemical.
However, if you follow a low-fat diet, you’re
depriving your body of the necessary protein to
help your gut bacteria produce serotonin.
Interestingly, 90% of serotonin is actually
produced in the gut, making it essential for both
mental and physical health.
And for all of us wondering, please elaborate on
why a low-fat diet isn't ideal?
Dr. Ross Walker: When we talk about low-fat
products—like low-fat milk and similar items—
there’s no real evidence to support the claim that
they’re better for your health. In fact, a large
study called the PURE Study, which followed
220,000 people across 50 countries over nine
years, found that consuming 100 grams of red
meat per day and three servings of high-fat dairy
reduced the risk of death from cardiovascular
disease by 25%. This data, based on nearly a
quarter of a million people, challenges the
narrative that we’ve been fed for decades.
The real issue lies in the low-quality diets many
people follow today, filled with ultra-processed
foods. Anything that comes in a box, a container,
or has a long shelf life—products that sit on store
shelves for months—are not only devoid of
nutrients, but also harmful to your body. These
ultra-processed foods—what I call “white death,”
especially sugar—are the root cause of many
health issues we face.

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