ReThinking Can you trust your gut? with GI doctor Trisha Pasricha
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Apr 7, 2026 
Trisha Pasricha, a Harvard gastroenterologist and gut-brain researcher, breaks down how stomach signals connect to the brain. They explore what gut sensations physically mean, when to trust or question instincts, myths about probiotics, the rise of colorectal cancer in younger adults, and practical tips for better bowel habits and 'poophoria.' Short, curious, and surprisingly funny takes on digestion and gut health.
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Younger Patients Can Have Colorectal Cancer
- Colorectal cancer is increasingly considered in younger patients; clinicians must update diagnostic thinking.
- New cases in 20–30-year-olds force gastroenterologists to include cancer in differential diagnoses earlier.
Anchor Pain Reports With Concrete Comparisons
- Help women advocate for pain care by anchoring pain reports to concrete, relatable comparisons.
- Use calibrated anchors (e.g., 'my 7 equals stepping on a Lego') so clinicians cannot dismiss subjective pain numbers.
Change Minds By Teaching How To Think Not What To Think
- To counter health misinformation, avoid making patients feel foolish and invite dialogue about evidence standards.
- Build trust by teaching how to evaluate studies and showing your reasoning rather than just debunking claims.
