Jacky P and Doc Mok discuss the importance of gut health and the microbiome with guest Micah Lee, an advocate for African American and Gen Z health. They explore how cultural and dietary differences impact the microbiome and highlight the mistrust in the medical system among African Americans, influenced by historical events like the Tuskegee experiments. Micah shares her personal story of losing her mother to colorectal cancer, emphasizing the need for proactive health measures and the role of family in health education. Doc Mok and Micah discuss the higher risk of colon cancer in African American men and the importance of early screening. They also touch on the challenges of healthcare disparities and the need for better patient-provider communication to build trust.

Topics
- Gen Z and Medical System Skepticism
- Impact of Junk Food and Plastics on Health
- Generational Differences and Future Outlook
- Sham or Gram: Chicken, Banana, Westernized Diet

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast.

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