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Sometimes finding the right solution means turning to more than one source for a solution, and the same is true for our bodies! In this episode, Dr. Vivian Asamoah returns to continue the conversation on the evolving science of gut-brain health, from the complexities of microbiome testing to how medications, nutrition, and integrative care work together to support true healing. Ginger and Dr. Asamoah unpack what patients really need to know about functional testing, why results can be confusing, and how to take practical steps without getting lost in the data. They also explore the important role of medications within integrative practice and how collaboration between dietitians, physicians, and other specialists helps patients feel heard, supported, and empowered on their gut-healing journey.
Dr. Vivian Asamoah is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with over two decades of experience delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Geneva in Switzerland and completed her residency and fellowship at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Asamoah specializes in conditions such as IBS, GERD, fatty liver disease, and digestive health issues, while emphasizing prevention, lifestyle, and nutrition in her integrative approach. Known for her ability to connect with patients and explain complex conditions in a clear, relatable way, she currently practices in the Houston-Katy area, where she also enjoys cooking, reading, and family time. Dr. Asamoah is a respected member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.
Ginger Hultin is an integrative, clinical dietitian and cancer nutrition specialist who received her Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition from the University of North Florida. She received her master's degree from Bastyr University, where she currently serves as adjunct faculty teaching clinical nutrition. She has been in practice for over 10 years using a personalized, holistic nutrition approach. She runs a full-time virtual private practice, Ginger Hultin Nutrition where she helps clients with complex health problems improve their health thought nutrition. In addition to being the host of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, she is an author of two books, Anti-inflammatory Diet Meal Prep and the How to Eat to Beat Disease Cookbook.
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