Is your gut controlling more than you think? With over 70% of your immune system, 95% of serotonin, and more than 100 million nerve cells residing there, what happens in your gut impacts your brain, mood, and physical health in profound ways. Research has linked disruptions in the gut microbiome to conditions from anxiety and depression to obesity and autoimmune diseases.
In this episode, we dive into the gut-brain connection: how it works, what disrupts it, the dark side of healthy eating, and research-backed strategies anyone can use to restore balance. Whether you're battling chronic issues or just curious about improving your overall wellbeing, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Listen now!
(00:00) Intro
(01:37) What is the gut-brain axis?
(03:48) What does a healthy gut look like?
(05:25) When the balance gets thrown off
(07:23) Signs of a gut imbalance
(09:07) How does the balance get disrupted?
(09:24) Psychological disruptors
(12:44) Your gut needs a social life
(14:39) Mood interventions for gut health
(16:49) Dietary dangers: sugars & UPFs
(18:55) Why we crave foods that are bad for us
(20:56) A supportive diet for your gut, brain and body
(26:56) Can healthy eating go too far?
(31:47) 3 more gut-friendly habits
(33:40) Wrap-up
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