The Surprising Science Of “Gut Feelings” - With Dr. Emeran Mayer

1 year ago
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In this episode you’ll discover:
* The evolution of the human gut.
* How the brain and gut communicate.
* Why the body empties the gut in a fight or flight situation.
* The role stress plays in infections like H. pylori.
* Why overuse of antibiotics is harmful to young children.
* How mindfulness and meditation can impact your genes.
* What a healthy lifestyle network is, and why it contributes to longevity.
* Two behaviors that influence healthy gene expression.
* Why our microbes can adapt quickly to diet changes.
* How changes in technology and lifestyle have created a genetic mismatch.
* The connection between hormones and microbes.
* How corporate interests can block important research.
* What it means to have gut feelings.
* The importance of considering biases and trauma when making a gut decision.
* Why focusing on microbial health disproves most fad diets.
* The fascinating science of prenatal microbial development.
* How to change the health of your microbiome.
* The importance of consuming short chain fatty acids.
* How stress and fear effect the microbiome.
* The potential harm of colonoscopies, & the best way to reduce your risk of colon cancer.

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