
The Dr. Gundry Podcast The Best Foods for Healthy Skin: How Gut Health & Nutrition Create a Natural Glow | EP 392
Feb 24, 2026
They explore how gut health and fermented foods influence skin appearance. The conversation highlights prebiotic and soluble-fiber sources like artichokes, leeks, flaxseed and okra. Silica-rich greens, mushrooms, and olive oil polyphenols get a spotlight. Practical tips include turmeric, sweet potatoes, avocados, walnuts, and thoughts on collagen peptides and microbiome-driven skin support.
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Use Leeks As A Gentle Prebiotic
- Try incorporating leeks regularly as a prebiotic vegetable similar to onions but milder.
- Slice leeks lengthwise and rinse thoroughly to remove grit before cooking them like onions in soups and stews.
Make Crispy Okra Chips From Frozen Okra
- Try baking frozen okra tossed with olive oil and seasonings at 400–425°F for crispy "okra chips".
- Gundry says slicing frozen okra halves and flipping after ~10 minutes removes the sliminess and makes them addictively crispy.
Silica From Greens Supports Skin Glow
- Dark leafy greens and artichokes are rich in silica, which supports skin glow alongside vitamins A, C, and E.
- Gundry highlights arugula, Swiss chard, bok choy and frozen artichoke hearts as convenient silica sources.


