Check out this episode’s sponsor, Finnmark Designs Sauna, for the ultimate sauna experience: https://www.upgradedbiology.com/sauna/In this episode of Upgraded Biology, I sit down with Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum—world-renowned microbiome researcher, co-founder of Biome Health, and the scientist who first coined the term mycobiome. With over 350 published papers and recognition as one of the top 1% most-cited scientists in the world, Dr. Ghannoum is transforming how we understand the ecosystem inside our bodies.We dive into why your microbiome is more than just bacteria, uncovering the critical roles fungi, viruses, and even parasites play in health and disease. Dr. Ghannoum shares groundbreaking insights on Candida, cancer research, and the gut-brain axis, along with simple daily practices to feed the “good guys” and bring your body back into balance.Along the way, we explore the connection between the microbiome and conditions like autism, depression, and brain fog—and how emerging science may hold the key to prevention and healing.Whether you’re struggling with gut issues, curious about the future of personalized medicine, or simply want to take control as the CEO of your own health, this conversation is full of powerful science, practical tools, and hope for what’s possible.🔗 Dr. Ghannoum's Paper on Combatting Depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34504858/📚 Chapters00:00 – Welcome to Upgraded Biology00:50 – Introducing Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum02:30 – Pioneering the Mycobiome04:17 – What is the Microbiome?06:00 – Beyond Bacteria: Fungi, Viruses & Parasites09:44 – Antibiotics and the Sandbox Effect13:37 – Feeding the “Good Guys” (Diet & Superfoods)16:02 – Garlic, Turmeric & Natural Antifungals19:19 – Vitamins & the Microbiome20:40 – The 3-Step Candida Protocol23:28 – Fungus and Cancer: Surprising Links29:53 – Sponsor: Finnmark Designs Sauna31:02 – Autism, the Gut & Probiotic Development38:05 – The Gut–Brain Connection42:51 – Vagus Nerve & Stress44:39 – Lifestyle Tips for a Healthy Microbiome46:27 – Closing Thoughts & Takeaways#UpgradedBiology #podcast #upgradedbiologypodcast #drtami #drtamimeraglia #DrMahmoudGhanoum #BiomeHealth #Microbiome #Mycobiome #GutHealth #Candida #GutBrainConnection #FunctionalMedicine #AutismResearch #DepressionRecovery #BrainFog #VagusNerve #Probiotics #UpgradeYourBiology #FinnmarkSaunas