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The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat Modern Medicine Gets Wrong About Gut Health with Lauren DeDecker, MD | MGC Ep. 107In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Dr. Lauren DeDecker, a board-certified internal medicine physician with training in nutrition and integrative medicine, to explain how gut health is approached in real-world primary care.They discuss why fiber and plant diversity remain foundational for digestive and metabolic health, how microbiome research reshaped modern medicine, and why popular diet trends often miss the bigger picture. The conversation also covers SIBO, common gut-related diagnoses, and how GLP-1 medications are changing what we understand about appetite, inflammation, and metabolism.
2025-12-2346 min
The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastA Life Fueled by Passion: Cooking, Culture, and Longevity with Wolfgang Puck | MGC Ep. 106In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Wolfgang Puck, one of the most iconic chefs of our time, for an intimate conversation about the life experiences, creative influences, and personal philosophy that shaped his extraordinary career.Puck reflects on his difficult childhood in Austria and how the kitchen became both refuge and calling. He shares the pivotal moments — working under a visionary French chef, discovering the power of simple dishes made from exceptional ingredients, and redefining California cuisine — that built the foundation of his global culinary empire.
2025-12-1058 min
The Gut Health Gurus PodcastDr. Emeran Mayer on the Gut-Brain Connection: Psychology, Mental Well-being & DietIn this insightful interview, Dr. Emeran Mayer, a renowned expert in the gut-brain axis, discusses the profound impact of gut health on our psychological and mental well-being. Learn about the latest scientific discoveries connecting your gut microbiome to your brain and how modern agriculture, diet, and environmental factors play a crucial role. Topics Covered Start (00:00) Dr. Mayer's Background (01:36) Cutting-Edge Discoveries in Gut-Brain Connection (04:12) Impact of Modern Agriculture on Gut Health (07:18) The Role of GMOs and Glyphosate (12:28) Microplastics and Potential Microbial Solutions (17:48) ...
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Longevity by DesignThe Gut–Brain Axis: A New Frontier in Longevity with Dr. Emeran MayerIn this episode of Longevity by Design, host Dr. Gil Blander sits down with Dr. Emeran Mayer, Executive Director at the UCLA Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience and founder of Mayer Interconnected. They explore the science behind the gut-brain connection and its role in shaping health and longevity.Emeran explains how signals flow between the brain, gut, and microbiome, influencing everything from digestion to emotions. He breaks down how modern diets, especially ultra-processed foods, disrupt the natural balance between humans and gut microbes—a relationship refined over thousands of years. The conversation highlights why ea...
2025-12-0359 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Truth About Low FODMAP, SIBO, Gluten & Bloating with Kate Scarlata, RDN | MGC Ep. 105In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Kate Scarlata, RDN, an internationally recognized dietitian, bestselling author, and leading authority on dietary therapies for IBS and chronic digestive disorders.Drawing from her personal medical journey and decades of clinical experience, Kate offers a deeply insightful and refreshingly nuanced look at some of the most debated topics in gut health today.Together, they explore the real therapeutic value of the Low FODMAP diet, who it helps, who it doesn’t, and why its success hinges on...
2025-11-2552 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastCareer Shifts, Authenticity, and Intentional Living with Taylor Bell | MGC Ep. 104Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Taylor Bell, an Ivy League–educated former management consultant turned full-time YouTuber, for a candid conversation on authenticity, ambition, and the health consequences of living out of alignment with your true values.Through her story of leaving a high-pressure corporate career to pursue creative entrepreneurship, Taylor shares what it means to redefine success, listen to your inner voice, and create a life rooted in purpose and well-being.Together, they explore the psychological effects of cognitive dissonance, how chronic stress shows up in the bo...
2025-10-2849 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastBuilding Mental Fitness & Healing The Modern Brain with Drew Ramsey, MD | MGC Ep. 103Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Dr. Drew Ramsey, psychiatrist, author, and pioneer in nutritional psychiatry, for a thought-provoking conversation on how we can proactively strengthen and protect our mental health.Drawing from his new book, Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind, Dr. Ramsey explains what it means to develop “mental fitness” and why small, intentional habits around food, sleep, movement, purpose, and connection can transform how we feel and function in the modern world.Together, they explore the roots of toda...
2025-10-1444 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHealing Trauma and Unlocking Human Potential with Peter Crone | MGC Ep. 102Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Peter Crone, widely known as The Mind Architect, for a profound conversation on healing trauma, dissolving limiting subconscious beliefs, and unlocking human potential.Peter shares how early life experiences shape the subconscious mind, often creating patterns of fear, anxiety, and self-judgment that hold us back. He explains how shifting awareness and reframing our narratives can open the door to greater freedom, love, and authentic living. Their dialogue bridges Eastern philosophy with modern psychology, offering practical steps to move beyond suffering into resilience and possibility.You’ll...
2025-09-3057 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastMenopause, Hormones, and Women’s Health with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz | MGC Ep. 101Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, physician, author, and women’s health advocate, for an in-depth discussion on menopause, hormone therapy, and the integration of holistic practices into modern medicine.Dr. Gilberg shares her path into women’s health, including the creation of the Menopause Bootcamp to address the lack of education and awareness around menopause. She explains why estrogen plays a vital role in women’s health beyond reproduction and how the Women’s Health Initiative reshaped, and sometimes restricted, perceptions of hormone therapy. The conversation also examines gender bias in medical research...
2025-09-1649 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow Food Influences Our Mood and Mental Health with Felice Jacka, OAM | MGC Ep. 100Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Professor Felice Jacka, founder of the Food & Mood Centre and a global leader in nutritional psychiatry, for an in-depth discussion on how diet influences mental health and brain function.Felice shares the groundbreaking research that launched an entire field, from the first studies linking diet quality to depression, to clinical trials demonstrating how dietary changes can improve major depressive disorder. She also takes us beyond the plate, showing how agriculture, soil health, and food systems play a critical role in shaping both human and planetary health.
2025-09-011h 00
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El invitado de hoy es el Dr. Emeran Mayer. Es director ejecutivo del Centro G. Oppenheimer de Neurobiología del Estrés y la Resiliencia y codirector del Centro de Investigación de Enfermedades Digestivas de la Universidad de California en Los Ángeles. Sus investigaciones han contado con el apoyo de los Institutos Nacionales de Salud durante los últimos veinticinco años, y se le considera pionero y líder mundia...
2025-08-262h 06The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Mitochondrial Key to Longevity, Stress, & Holistic Health with Martin Picard, PhD | MGC Ep. 99Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Martin Picard, PhD, mitochondrial biologist and systems thinker, for a fascinating conversation on the hidden role of mitochondria in health, stress, and consciousness.Martin explains how mitochondria, far beyond being simple “powerhouses of the cell”, are dynamic regulators of energy, emotion, and resilience. He explores their symbiotic relationship with the gut microbiome and how this ancient partnership influences inflammation, mental health, and overall well-being.You’ll also hear about Martin’s concept of “intrinsic health,” a field-like state that integrates biology, energy flow, and human experience...
2025-08-1952 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Secrets Behind the World's Longest Living People with Dan Buettner | MGC Ep. 98Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Dan Buettner, National Geographic explorer, Emmy award-winning filmmaker, and founder of the Blue Zones, for an illuminating conversation on the secrets of longevity.Dan explains why people in Blue Zone communities, like Ikaria, Greece, and Nicoya, Costa Rica, live significantly longer, healthier lives, and why it has little to do with genetics. Instead, he shares how their environments naturally support better choices: more movement, plant-based eating, strong social ties, and a deep sense of purpose.You’ll also hear about the proven success of Blue Zone initiatives in U.S. cities li...
2025-08-0234 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastUnderstanding Sex Differences in Stress and Gut Health | MGC Ep. 97Dr. Mayer unpacks groundbreaking research on how men and women differ in their responses to stress, emotional stimuli, and gut sensations. Drawing from studies at UCLA’s Oppenheimer Center, the conversation highlights key differences in brain-gut communication, revealing how neural pathways influence both emotional and physical health.You’ll learn why women are more prone to conditions like IBS, how heart rate variability reflects emotional processing, and why men tend to show more action-oriented responses to stress. Dr. Mayer also explores the growing potential of personalized therapy—tailored to biological and psychological differences—to transfor...
2025-07-2207 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe SIBO Myth: What Clinicians & Patients Should Know | MGC Ep. 96SIBO—Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth—has become a buzzword in the gut health space, often blamed for symptoms like bloating, gas, and fatigue. But how much of the hype is supported by solid science?In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Mayer critically examines the growing SIBO narrative. Drawing from decades of clinical experience and the latest peer-reviewed evidence, he breaks down what SIBO actually is, who it truly affects, and why breath tests and antibiotic treatments like rifaximin are far less reliable—and more commercially driven—than many believe.In...
2025-07-0808 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow to Master Stress, Build Lasting Resilience & Slow Aging with Stephen Sideroff, PhD | MGC Ep. 95In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Stephen Sideroff, an internationally recognized psychologist, professor at the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine, and expert in resilience and peak performance. Stephen’s groundbreaking new book, The 9 Pillars of Resilience: The Proven Path to Master Stress, Slow Aging & Increase Vitality, couldn’t come at a more important time.We live in a world where chronic stress has become the norm—and it’s taking a major toll on our mental and physical well-being. In our conversation, Stephen offers a p...
2025-06-2453 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastMaking America Healthy Again: It Starts with Our Kids with Nora LaTorre | MGC Ep. 94How do we reverse the chronic disease epidemic affecting millions of children in the United States? According to Nora LaTorre, it starts with fixing what’s on their lunch tray.As CEO of Eat Real, Nora leads a nonprofit tackling the root causes of poor nutrition through a science-backed, K–12 school certification program aimed at upgrading food in cafeterias nationwide. In this episode, Dr. Mayer and Nora dive into the origins of Eat Real, its success engaging parents and schools, and why mothers are at the center of lasting diet...
2025-06-1045 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat You Can Learn From A Stool Microbiome Test with Cheryl Sew Hoy | MGC Ep. 93Can a simple stool test help uncover the root causes of gut issues — and guide you toward better long-term health? That’s the bold promise behind Tiny Health, the microbiome testing company founded by Cheryl Sew Hoy. In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Cheryl to unpack the science behind gut and vaginal microbiome testing, and why she believes personalized microbiome care is the future of health — from infancy to menopause.They explore the origins of Tiny Health, how it compares to other microb...
2025-05-291h 02The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow To Keep Your Brain Fit Into Older Age with Emeran Mayer, MD | MGC Ep. 92What do alcohol, sleep, diet and “purpose in life” have in common?According to a powerful new study, they’re all modifiable risk factors that may determine your future risk of stroke, dementia and late-life depression — three of the most pressing health challenges of our time.In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Mayer breaks down this comprehensive review, which analyzed data from over 180 meta-analyses and ranked risk factors based on their impact on healthy aging and brain health. The findings go far beyond just cholesterol or glucose — and include often overlooked lifestyle and psychologi...
2025-05-1313 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Exciting Future of Probiotics in Treating Chronic Disease with Deanna Gibson, PhD | MGC Ep. 91Inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis remain among the most difficult chronic conditions to manage — but new science at the intersection of microbiome research and biotechnology may offer hope.In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I sit down with Dr. Deanna Gibson, microbiome researcher and cofounder of Melius Microbiomics, to explore how genetically engineered microbial medicines could transform the future of IBD treatment — and what it will take for patients and the medical community to embrace them.In this conversation, we explore:· How Dr. Gibson’s research...
2025-04-2948 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastIBS & The Brain-Gut Connection with Emeran Mayer, MD & Dylan Mayer, MS | MGC Ep. 90Despite how common IBS is, it remains one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions affecting the gut. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with IBS, suspect you might have it or are just curious about the brain-gut connection, this episode is for you.In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I sit down with my son, Dylan, to tackle some of the most frequently asked questions about IBS — from why gut health is trending to why IBS remains so difficult to treat. It’s an open, honest and evidence-based conversation that brings clarity to a topi...
2025-04-1521 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Current Science Behind Probiotics with Zain Kassam, MD, MPH | MGC Ep. 89Are probiotics really the key to unlocking better gut health? Or are they just another overhyped wellness trend? These are some of the most common questions I get after giving a talk or meeting with a patient.In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I sit downwith Dr. Zain Kassam, Chief Medical Officer at Seed Health and a pioneer in the field of microbiome therapeutics. If you’ve ever been curious about how probiotics work, how to choose a high-quality supplement, or whether they actually do more than your diet already provides—this is the...
2025-03-3152 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Gut-Mind Doctor: The Mind and Food Strategies That Can Heal Your Gut Microbiome | Dr. Emeran MayerDid you know that a significant number of IBS patients struggle with anxiety and depression? This stark reality drives home why it's crucial to view the brain and gut not as separate but as intricately linked systems.In today's Live Well Be Well episode, I sit down with Dr. Emeran Mayer, a leading expert in the brain-gut connection. Together, we explore how this connection influences our overall health, emphasising the need for a holistic approach to both mental and gut health. Dr. Mayer explains how stress impacts our gut health just as significantly as diet does and...
2025-03-191h 21The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThings You Need To Know For Better Gut Health with Emeran Mayer, MD & Dylan Mayer, MS | MGC Ep. 88Got questions about gut health, diet and the microbiome? In this special Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I answer real questions from our members—covering everything from ADHD and the gut to colonic hydrotherapy, ultra-processed foods and how to fix your microbiome after a night of drinking.Joining me for this episode is my son, Dylan, who has been deeply involved in our work at emeranmayer.com. With his background in nutrition and passion for health, we tackle your biggest concerns, including:- The gut microbiome’s role in A...
2025-03-1853 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastUnpopular Opinions as a Gastroenterologist with Emeran Mayer, MD | MGC Ep. 84In this special episode of the Mind-Gut Conversation podcast, I discuss my personal opinions on topics related to Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) & Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Some key questions and topics I discuss are:
· The issue with diagnosing SIBO
· How to treat SIBO, without antibiotics
· Why the low FODMAP diet is not a practical solution
· IBS is not a gut-disorder
· How to manage IBS symptoms
My name is Emeran Mayer, and I have been a gastroenterologist and neuroscientist for the last 40+ years. I have written over 450 publications...
2025-01-2133 min
The Happier Life ProjectEngineering Better Health: The Mind-Gut Connection with Dr Emeran MayerThe gut-brain connection is a two-way communication system between your gut and brain. It’s an intricate network of nerve cells, chemicals, and microbes and explains why your stomach produces juices when you think about food, and why stress can cause stomach cramps or a churning feeling. This connection links your central nervous system (CNS), including the brain, with the enteric nervous system (ENS) in your gut. Often referred to as the "second brain," the ENS significantly impacts (and creates a link between) gut health and mental health.
Phrases like "gut-wrenching" or "butterflies in the stomach" illustrate th...
2024-07-0253 min
Dr. Drew Ramsey PodcastE9 - Emeran Mayer, MD: The Power of Psychedelic Therapy and the Mind-Gut ConnectionIf you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/
On this episode, we are joined by renowned Gastroenterologist, Neuroscientist, and Distinguished Research Professor, Emeran A Mayer, as he delves into the fascinating world of psychedelic therapy, the mind-gut connection, and the crucial link between mental and physical health.
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Mayer presents a balanced and evidence-based exploration of the power and potential of psychedelic therapy, while emphasizing the importance of responsible usage without hyper...
2024-04-171h 04
Performance Initiative Podcast#3: Dr. Emeran Mayer, Gastroenterologist - Reduce Inflammation and Be Happier Through Your GutDr. Emeran Mayer is one of the world's leading experts on the gut microbiome and gut-brain interaction. The discussion dives deep into how our gut health shapes our overall health and wellbeing, the role of diet, stress, environment, and lifestyle influencing our microbiome, and how understanding this can aid us to become better versions of ourselves. Dr. Mayer also shares some intriguing revelations about potential future perspectives relating to microbiome science.(00:00) Introduction and Welcome(02:10) Interview with Dr. Emeran Mayer(03:24) The Gut-Brain Connection(06:39) The Impact of Gut Microbiome on Human Behavior(08:49) The Evolution of...
2024-01-191h 31The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastArt as a Healing Tool with Larissa Trinder | MGC Ep. 66In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Larissa Trinder, Assistant Vice President of Arts in Medicine at New York City Health + Hospitals who is responsible for stewarding a collection of more than 4000 works of art, the largest such collection in New York City. In addition, she has been creating and implementing programs for patients, staff and the community that utilize the arts as a tool in healing.
Larissa is a staunch advocate for the importance of the arts and humanities within a healthcare system to advance patient health outcomes, enhance staff engagement, morale and retention and...
2024-01-1542 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhen AI Meets Microbiome Testing with Leo Grady, PhD | MGC Ep. 64Welcome to the latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation Podcast, a place to learn about the latest ideas from thought leaders in the area of optimal health, the science of mind gut microbiome interactions, food and the environment.
Today I have the great pleasure to speak to Leo Grady, AI expert and CEO of the microbiome company Jona. Leo earned a Ph.D. in Cognitive and Neural Systems from BU and is the Founder and CEO of Jona and CEO in Residence with Breyer Capital.
Leo is internationally recognized for his work to deliver...
2023-12-1749 min
The Model Health ShowThe Gut Connection to Allergies, Asthma, Obesity, & More – with Dr. Emeran MayerWhen most people think about the gut, they primarily think about digestion and nutrient assimilation. But the humble gut plays a pivotal role in your overall health. In fact, having a healthy gut is one of the most essential pieces of human health. It serves as the foundation for many critical functions and processes in the body, including immune health, modulating inflammation, brain health, and so much more. Today’s guest, Dr. Emeran Mayer, is a renowned gastroenterologist, acclaimed author, and one of the world’s leading experts on the brain-gut connection. He’s back on The Model...
2023-12-131h 16The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastBuilding an Ecosystem of Wellness with Sonu Shivdasani | MGC Ep. 62Welcome to the latest episode of the Mind Gut Conversation Podcast, a place to learn from thought leaders in the area of health, food, the science of mind-body interactions and the environment.
Today, I have the great pleasure to speak to Sonu Shivdasani, a visionary Indian wellness resort entrepreneur who is the CEO and founder of Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani, as well as other luxury wellness resorts in Southeast Asia.
Having just spent 10 days at the SOUL Festival on Soneva Fushi, I am still amazed at the scope and uniqueness of the experience, touching every aspect of human...
2023-10-2341 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat is an Inflammatory Diet? with Dr. Pedro C. Bastos, PhD | MGC Ep. 61In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to to Dr. Pedro Bastos, a world renowned nutritionist and researcher from Portugal, affiliated with Lund University in Sweden and the European University of Madrid, in Spain. He co-founded CEAN, a Spanish institution providing advanced education in Nutritional Sciences for health professionals.
Dr. Bastos lectures globally on nutrition, lifestyle, and health in four languages, and has co-authored several scientific papers in the field in high profile journals, including Nature Medicine and Nature Reviews in Cardiology.
Here are just some of the topics we...
2023-09-251h 04The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastLongevity & The Telomere Effect with Dr. Elissa Epel, PhD | MGC Ep. 60In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Dr. Elissa Epel, an international expert on stress, well-being, and optimal aging.
Dr. Epel is the co-author of the New York Times best-seller “The Telomere Effect: A revolutionary approach to living younger, longer” with Nobel Laureate Elizabeth Blackburn, and the author of the new “Stress Prescription,” an independent bookstore best seller.
She is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, at the University of California, San Francisco, where she is Vice Chair of Psychology and directs the Aging Metabolism Emotions Center. She studies the environmental, psychological, behavioral, and soci...
2023-09-0543 min
Health Longevity SecretsEmeran Mayer MD : Mind Gut ConnectionDr. Emeran Mayer, is a gastroenterologist, a neuroscientist and distinguished professor, research professor in the Department of Medicine, Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He's also a Oppenheimer's Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience Director, Executive Director and Founding Director of the Goodman-Lufkin Microbiome Center, also at UCLA Amarin.LINK:Emeran Mayer, MD - WebsiteEmeran Mayer - LinkedinEmeran Mayer, MD - TwitterTIMESTAMPS:00:09 - Dr. Emeran Mayer04:20 - Longevity04:46 - Gut06:45 - Healthy Lifestyle08:14 - Homeostasis11:05 - Amygdala18:31 - Acute Stress28:14 - Metabolites29:14 - Tryptophan55:33 - The Mind Gut...
2023-07-0458 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow Parental Trauma Can Affect The Offspring with Dr. Tracy Bale, PhD | MGC Ep. 59In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Dr. Tracy Bale. Dr. Bale’s research focuses on understanding the role of stress dysregulation in the development of the nervous system and in neuropsychiatric diseases, as well as the sex differences that underlie disease vulnerability in humans. Her extensive body of work provides a new revolutionary understanding of the effects of adverse life experiences across the lifespan, starting at the preconception level.
Dr Bale is the Anschutz Foundation Endowed Chair in Women's Integrated Mental and Physical Health Research at the Ludeman Center, in the School of Me...
2023-04-3040 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Art of Healthy Cooking with Chef Emilie Berner | MGC Ep. 58In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Emilie Berner, MA a chef educator and integrative health
coach in Los Angeles.
Emilie received her master’s degree in food studies from New York University, and her health coaching certification from Duke Integrative Medicine. She trained at The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health Supportive Culinary Arts, and is the Chef & Coordinator at New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Teaching Kitchen, where she also manages the organic garden.
Currently, she teaches at the Institute of Culinary Education in Pasadena, and leads the Mental Fitness Kitche...
2023-04-0734 min
Beyond The Balance Sheet PodcastThe Mind-Gut Connection With Dr. Emeran MayerDr. Emeran Mayer is a Gastroenterologist, Neuroscientist, and Distinguished Research Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine. Today he discusses bidirectional communication within the brain-gut microbiome system. The data Dr. Mayer presents is critical to understanding how the gut and the brain are interconnected. He shares information about the proper lifestyle to produce healthy communication between the brain and the gut. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:38] Dr. Mayer explains why he wrote his first book and what he learned from being a first-time author [04:08] The medical community is gradually changing how it views th...
2023-03-0825 min
The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Invisible Extinction with Martin J. Blaser | MGC Ep. 56Welcome to episode 56 of the Mind Gut Conversation Podcast, a place to learn about groundbreaking ideas from thought leaders in the area of health, food, the science of mind body interactions and the environment.
Today’s guest is Dr. Martin Blaser, a pioneer and global thought leader in the area of the gut microbiome, author of over 650 original scientific articles, of the best selling book, Missing Microbes, a book targeted to general audiences, now translated into 20 languages. Together with his wife Gloria Dominguez, he stars in the new, award winning documentary The Silent Extinction.
In th...
2023-02-0255 min
Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant DharEmeran Mayer on the Brain in Our GutThe brain and the gut are connected -- and our well-being depends on it. Emeran Mayer joins Vasant Dhar to speak about the importance of the gut in our physical lives -- and our emotional ones! Useful resources: 1. Emeran Mayer on Google Scholar, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and his own website. 2. The Mind-Gut Connection -- Emeran Mayer. 3. The Gut-Immune Connection -- Emeran Mayer. 4. Affective Neuroscience: The Foundations of Human and Animal Emotions -- Jaak Panksepp. 5.
2022-12-151h 12The Model Health ShowThe Surprising Science Of “Gut Feelings” & The Truth About Colonoscopies - With Dr. Emeran MayerThe English language provides many examples of the communication system between the brain and the gut: a pit in your stomach, butterflies in your stomach, and gut feelings are all expressions we accept as standard. But beyond expressions, there’s a very real connection between our feelings and our biology. Because our brain and our enteric nervous system have a complex communication network, an imbalance in gut bacteria can lead to emotional stress and vice versa. Dr. Emeran Mayer is a world-renowned gastroenterologist and neuroscientist with over 40 years of experience studying the complex and bidirectional relationship of th...
2022-11-071h 32The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Power of Holistic Healthcare with Sharon Bergquist, MD | MGC Ep. 54Welcome to the latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation podcast. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist, a Harvard-trained, nationally recognized lifestyle medicine pioneer.
Dr. Bergquist is the Pam R. Rollins Professor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine, as well as founder and director of Emory Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness. She is an advocate for advancing healthcare by integrating lifestyle medicine, resiliency, and prevention-based science into clinical care. She has contributed to numerous health segments, is the host of The Whole Health Cure podcast, and author of the upcoming book Plantology: a co...
2022-11-0343 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat is Social Genomics? with Dr. Steve Cole, PhD | MGC Ep. 53In this latest episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Dr. Steve Cole, a senior faculty member at UCLA who has created one of the most fascinating approaches to study mind body interactions at the molecular level. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications in high impact journals and is considered the father of a new scientific discipline called Social Genomics.
His extensive body of work provides a new revolutionary understanding of the bidirectional interactions between our genome, our body and the environment we live in. Dr. Cole is a Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry in the...
2022-10-131h 03The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastA Holistic Approach To Mental Disorders with Dr. Kerry Wangen, MD, PhD | MGC. Ep. 52In this latest episode of the Mind Gut Conversation podcast, I talk to Dr. Kerry Wangen, a psychiatrist in clinical practice, with a longtime experience in working with trauma patients in the VA Healthcare system. Dr. Wangen is an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at the University of California in Irvine and UC Riverside and currently provides psychiatric care via telehealth. Her approach to patients is based on a unique holistic view of mind and body, incorporating biological, pharmaceutical, contemplative, and spiritual dimensions. In this podcast, I talk to her about here integrative approach to psychiatry and what impact i...
2022-09-3048 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWomen's Health and Our Medical System with Dr. Aviva Romm | MGC Ep. 51In this episode of the Mind-Gut Conversation podcast, I talk to Dr. Aviva Romm. Physician, midwife, herbalist, and prolific author. Dr Romm has published 7 books, and offers online courses for both healthcare professionals and patients on a variety of topics, including functional and integrative medicine, gut health and herbal medicine.
In this podcast, I talk to her about her unique career path, the main lessons from her latest book Hormone Intelligence and about her emphasis on women’s health. Here are just some of the topics we address:
1. Her remarkable career path from midwife, herbalist, phys...
2022-09-161h 07The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow Food Impacts Our Mental Health with Drew Ramsey, MD | MGC Ep. 50Welcome to Episode 50 of the Mind Gut Conversation!
In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to Drew Ramsey, MD. Dr. Ramsey is a psychiatrist, author, and farmer. He is one of psychiatry's leading proponents of using nutritional interventions. He is an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and currently provides psychiatric care via telehealth. He has authored 3 books and offers online courses to both healthcare professionals and patients about healthy eating and its therapeutic effect in depression and anxiety.
I sit down and talk with him ab...
2022-09-0159 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastOne Planet One Health with Miguel Freitas, PhD | MGC Ep. 49In this latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation Podcast, I have the great pleasure to talk to Dr. Miguel Freitas, Vice President of Scientific Affairs at Danone, as well as expert in microbiology, nutrition, and cell biology.
Dr. Freitas has had a career long interest in scientific and practical aspects on the complex interaction between probiotics, the gut, and the microbiota. Through his work at Danone, he has helped the global food and beverage company to translate the growing body of evidence on different probiotic strains into a range of popular consumer products.
Amongst...
2022-07-2140 min
The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWe Are What We Eat with Uma Naidoo, MD | MGC Ep. 48In this episode of the Mind Gut Conversation Podcast, I had the great pleasure to talk to Dr. Uma Naidoo, a board-certified psychiatrist at the Mass General Hospital at Harvard, professional chef, and nutrition specialist, who amongst many other accomplishments is the author of the recent book: This Is Your Brain On Food, an amazing look into the new world of nutritional psychiatry.
Dr. Naidoo is currently the Director of Nutritional and Metabolic Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital, where she consults on nutritional interventions for the psychiatrically and medically ill. She is also Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at...
2022-06-0851 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Importance of Soil For Our Gut Microbiome with Anne Bikle & Dr. David Montgomery | MGC Ep. 47In this episode of the MGC podcast, I talk to husband and wife bestselling writing team Dr. David Montgomery and Dr. Anne Bikle, co-authors of the new book, WHAT YOUR FOOD ATE: How to heal our land and reclaim our health.
I talk to them about their amazing book, and discuss some crucial questions about where our food comes from, in which soil it has been grown and what this has to do not only with the plants’ but with our own health.
• What is the main problem with our food supply?
• What impact do...
2022-05-1259 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Future of Probiotics with Colleen Cutcliffe, PhD | MGC Ep. 46In this episode, I talk with Colleen Cutcliffe, PhD, CEO and Co-Founder of Pendulum Therapeutics, a microbiome solutions company based in San Francisco, CA. Pendulum has developed two live microbial therapies, Pendulum Glucose Control for the management of type II diabetes, and Pendulum Akkermansia for the support of gut health.
Dr. Cutcliffe has over 20 years of experience leading and managing biology teams in academia, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. She received her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Johns Hopkins University, and her B.A. in Biochemistry from Wellesley College.
2022-04-2827 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastEverything You Need To Know About Polyphenols with Hagen Schroeter, PhD | MGC Ep. 45In this episode, I talk to Hagen Schroeter, PhD, the Chief Science Officer at Mars Edge dedicated to translating scientific insights and the outcomes of health and nutrition research into evidence-based applications.
Hagen’s main interests focus on human health and nutrition, personalized nutrition, and data-enabled innovation in nutrition and wellbeing. He leads the scientific investigations into the role of dietary polyphenols, specifically flavanols and procyanidins, in nutrition and healthy aging.
Hagen is leading Mars’ scientific contributions related to the Cocoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study [COSMOS]. COSMOS, enabled by a public-private partnership, is the first...
2022-04-1453 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow to Eat Smarter with Shawn Stevenson | MGC Ep. 44In this episode of the Mind Gut Conversation, Dr. Mayer talks with Shawn Stevenson, the author of the USA Today National bestseller Eat Smarter and the international bestselling book, Sleep Smarter. Shawn is also the creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the number #1 health podcast in the U.S. with millions of listener downloads each year.
They cover several topics, around a healthy diet, healthy lifestyles and the influence of social disparities on health. During this interview, we address several questions including:
1. The most important steps in his transformation from growing up with his g...
2022-03-311h 22The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastViruses & The Gut Microbiome w/ Colin Hill | MGC Ep.43Welcome back to the Mind Gut Conversation. In this episode, Dr. Mayer talks with one of the leading scientists and thought leaders in the field of gut-microbiome research, Dr. Colin Hill. He addresses the topic of the gut virome, the millions of virus living in our gut, a topic rarely addressed in the lay media.
We discuss some wide ranging questions during this interview, including:
1. What is the gut virome and what do we know about it?
2. How do viruses interact with bacteria: is it a symbiotic or a predator-prey interaction?
3. How...
2022-03-1743 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastEverything You Need To Know About Probiotics w/ Raja Dhir | MGC Ep.42In this podcast, I sit down with Raja Dhir, co-founder and co-CEO of Seed Health and discuss the following questions:
1. If consuming fermented foods and high fiber work so well, why do we need probiotics?
2. How does the consumer determine the difference between evidence-based vs. influencers promoting nonsense?
3. Which diseases do probiotics work best for?
4. And much more...
Raja Dhir is Co-founder and Co-CEO of Seed Health, a microbial sciences company pioneering applications of bacteria to impact human and environmental health. In contrast to most other probiotic companies, Seed promo...
2022-03-031h 04The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastIs There a Healthy Microbiome? with Fergus Shanahan, MD | MGC Ep. 41Is There a Healthy Microbiome?
In this podcast with one of the pioneers and thought leaders in the field of gut microbiome research, Dr. Shanahan is addressing crucial questions about a healthy microbiome, and gives some unexpected answers:
What is a healthy and a normal gut microbiome?
Are today’s clinical microbiome tests useful?
What happens with the gut microbiome when people undergo changes in their lifestyles and move to different regions in the world?
What does the Irish Traveler population teach us about our own microbiome?
Dr. Fergus Shanahan, is a gastroenterologist and has be...
2022-01-2043 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Science Behind Eating Disorders with Nancy Zucker, PhD | MGC Ep. 40Nancy Zucker, PhD, is a clinician, researcher, and teacher at Duke University School of Medicine, where she founded and directs the Duke Center for Eating Disorders. Dr. Zucker is an Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. She is the author of numerous professional publications and is an author of the upcoming revised practice guidelines for the treatment of eating disorders from the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Zucker’s major clinical and research interest is in understanding how to help young people develop a healthy awareness of their bodies’ signals and learn how to match these to acti...
2021-11-0529 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Dalai Lama's Personal Doctor with Barry Kerzin, MD | MGC Ep. 39Welcome back to The Mind Gut Conversation Podcast!
Today I join Dr. Sarah Abedi, MD in talking to Dr. Barry Kerzin who serves as a personal physician to the 14th Dalai Lama, along with treating people in the local community
Dr. Kerzin is an American physician and Buddhist monk. He has lived in Dharamshala, India since 1988,. Following his ordination as a monk by the Dalai Lama in 2003, he has travelled, teaching and offering workshops in which he blends Buddhist teachings and his medical expertise. Dr. Kerzin is an adjunct professor (2021/22) at the University of Hong K...
2021-10-2056 min
Age Less / Live MoreThe Gut Immune Connection with Emeran MayerThe Gut Immune Connection with Emeran Mayer There are an estimated 100 trillion bacteria in your gut right now that weigh 2-3 lbs. If you were to spread them out, they would cover the surface of an entire tennis course. These include good bugs, bag bugs, and even some pathogens lurking in the corners. Your microbiome is believed to influence not just digestion and absorption of nutrients, but also mood, hormones, neurotransmitters, and more. People often compare the microbiome to the soil on farmland, but we know much more about topsoil than we do our...
2021-08-2547 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastBroken Healthcare System, Testing, Interventions & Supplements with Dr. Marvin Singh, MD | MGC Ep. 38Dr. Singh did his Internal Medicine training at the University of Michigan, after which he completed a Gastroenterology/Hepatology fellowship at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. He served as faculty member at Johns Hopkins University and UCLA, before completing a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine in Tucson, Arizona.
Dr. Singh is not only a board certified gastroenterologist, but also a Diplomate and Member of the Board of the American Board of Integrative Medicine and the first Director of Integrative Gastroenterology at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute at the University of C...
2021-08-2459 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat Role Does The Gut Play In Recovery? with Arielle Lorre | MGC Ep. 37In this episode of The Mind Gut Conversation, I talk with Arielle Lorre about her journey from rock bottom. Arielle is a lifestyle, wellness, and health influencer in the digital space. Six years ago, that was far from the case. After nearly losing her battle against addiction, Arielle decided to turn her life around by relentlessly pursuing health and happiness. In 2016, Arielle made her Instagram debut, which lead to the creation of her semi-eponymous website, The Blonde Files, in 2018. Arielle’s distinct voice and candor immediately distinguished the platform from others in the space. The Blonde Files quickly became a u...
2021-08-1836 minThe Model Health ShowThe Rise In Infectious Diseases, Autoimmunity, & The Gut-Immune Connection - With Dr. Emeran MayerEvery year, we learn more about the role and function of the gut microbiome. Our microbiome plays a tremendous role in our overall health including regulating our immune system, body composition, and so much more. But even with our ever-expanding understanding of the microbiome, our modern-day habits and practices are failing to support our gut health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is Dr. Emeran Mayer. Dr. Mayer is a world-renowned gastroenterologist and neuroscientist, one of the world’s most foremost experts on the gut-brain connection, and the author of the new groundbreaking boo...
2021-06-152h 04The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastKiss The Ground with Ryland Engelhart | MGC Ep. 36Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground -- the film on Netflix. He has spent the past 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a "triple bottom line" business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, inspirational documentary film called “May I Be Frank.” Ryland has an infectious passion for life and is a cultural catalyst creating transformation through his own organizations and in the world at large. He p...
2021-06-1157 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDiet, Health & The Microbiome with Robynne Chutkan, MD | MGC Ep. 35Dr. Robynne Chutkan is a nationally renowned gastroenterologist and bestselling author of Gut Bliss, The Microbiome Solution and The Bloat Cure. She is the founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, an integrative gastroenterology practice incorporating optimization of the gut microbiome, nutritional therapy and stress management as part of the therapeutic approach to digestive disorders.
Find Dr. Chutkan's website here: https://robynnechutkan.com/
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2021-06-111h 02The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastFiber Fueled with Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI | MGC Ep. 34Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI is a board-certified, award-winning gastroenterologist. He's a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine and was chief medical resident at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and chief gastroenterology fellow at the University of North Carolina Hospitals. He is also the NY-Times Bestselling author of the fantastic book: Fiber Fueled!
Check out Dr. Bulsiewicz's book, Fiber Fueled, here: https://theplantfedgut.com/book/
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2021-06-1152 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastBeing The Change, Changes The Being with Nipun Mehta | MGC Ep. 33Legendary Nipun Mehta, founder of Karma Kitchen & ServiceSpace, and former member of the distinguished panel for initiating policy recommendations on poverty and inequality in America under President Obama, explains how to thrive in an interconnected world.
Learn more about Nipun here: http://nipun.servicespace.org/
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2021-06-1147 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Brain Gut Microbiome Axis (BGM) w/ Dr. Emeran Mayer | MGC. Ep. 32Welcome back to the Mind Gut Conversation! Join Dr. Mayer in Ep. 32 of The Mind Gut Conversation featuring himself as the guest!
In the last episode of the MGC, Dr. Mayer discussed IBS with Jana Hoffman from Mahana Therapeutics. In this episode, Dr. Mayer talks about the Brain-Gut-Microbiome Axis.
Disclaimer: Dr. Mayer is on the Scientific Board of Advisors for Mahana Therapeutics
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2021-06-1118 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastTreating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) w/ Dr. Emeran Mayer | MGC. Ep. 31Welcome back to the Mind Gut Conversation! Join Dr. Mayer in Ep. 31 of The Mind Gut Conversation featuring himself as the guest!
Being interviewed by Mahana Therapeutics' Jana Hoffman, Dr. Mayer discusses Irritable Bowel Syndrome & science-backed ways of treating IBS.
Disclaimer: Dr. Mayer is on the Scientific Board of Advisors for Mahana Therapeutics
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2021-06-1113 min
The Dr. Hyman ShowUnderstanding How The Microbiome Affects Every Aspect Of Your Health with Dr. Emeran MayerUnderstanding How The Microbiome Affects Every Aspect Of Your Health | This episode is brought to you by Joovv, ButcherBox, and TrueDarkThere’s a foundational piece of Functional Medicine that I find surprises many conventional health practitioners: it’s that the health of our gut impacts every other part of the body—even the brain. There are several reasons for this. When working correctly, our gut digests our food and absorbs nutrients so we can have energy and vitality. It eliminates toxins and fights pathogens. It’s also the home of trillions of microorganisms that aid in these...
2021-06-091h 14The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDoes Diet Really Play a Role in Mental Health? with Dr. Felice Jacka | Ep. 22Professor Felice Jacka, director of Deakin University's Food and Mood Centre, and founder and president of the International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research (ISNPR) is an internationally known expert on the role of nutrition in mental health, and has led studies confirming the benefits of dietary improvement on depression.
Dr. Jacka is also the author of a new book, Brain Changer : The Good Mental Health Diet. The latest cutting edge science on how diet can affect your risk of anxiety and depression, and influence the health of your brain.
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2021-05-2435 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastA Positive Approach To Superfoods w/ Arthur Mullin (Navitas Organics) | MGC Ep. 30Join Dr. Mayer in Ep. 30 of The Mind Gut Conversation featuring Arthur Mullin from Navitas Organics. In this episode Dr. Mayer and Mr. Mullin discuss Navitas Organics as a company and how they got into the "superfood" category, as well as what that means. While the science is still not 100% there yet, superfoods contain many polyphenol compounds which we are beginning to understand play a critical role in human health. Enjoy.
*Disclaimer: Dr. Mayer has no financial interests in Navitas Organics.
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2021-05-2433 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Win-Win Diet with Dr. Walter Willett | MGC. Ep. 29Walter Willett is Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition and Chairman of the Department of Nutrition at Harvard School of Public Health & Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He has published over 1,700 original research papers and reviews on lifestyle risk factors for heart disease, cancer, and other conditions, and he is the most cited nutritionist internationally. He has written the textbook, Nutritional Epidemiology, published by Oxford University Press and four books for the general public, including the best seller “Eat, Drink and be Healthy. The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating”. He is a member of the National Academ...
2021-05-2424 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastIn Pursuit of the Ultimate Flavor with Dan Barber | MGC Ep. 28Welcome to the latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation. Today, I have the great pleasure of talking to visionary chef Dan Barber, who operates 2 famous restaurants in New York, the Blue Hill in Manhattan and the Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico, New York.
Dan doesn’t need much of an introduction as there are few chefs in the world who have reached such a celebrity status as him, not only as a chef, but as a pioneer and thought leader in how to create delicious, ethical and sustainably produced dishes.
In 2009, he wa...
2021-05-2417 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Root Cause of our Current Health Crisis with Dr. Liz Carlisle | MGC Ep. 27Liz Carlisle is an organic farming educator, lecturer at the School of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences at Stanford University, and an assistant professor in the Environmental Studies program at the University of California in Santa Barbara. She is the author of two books about the transition to sustainable farming: Lentil Underground (winner of the 2016 Montana Book Award) and Grain by Grain, co-authored with farmer Bob Quinn.
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2021-05-2425 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat is a Michelin 3-star Chef Doing in the Italian Dolomites? w/ Norbert Niederkofler | MGC Ep. 26Norbert Niederkofler is Executive Chef at Michelin 3-starred St. Hubertus at Hotel Rosa Alpina and owner of AlpiNN Food Space and Restaurant, the home of the Cook the Mountain project. Born in the Ahrntal valley in South Tyrol, Italy, he is committed to the preservation of local cultural heritage.
Watch the video format of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/sYpz6Qm6cNs?list=PLNPMMdnvzZIllHHdaaNmoJ1GbDedI0TJX
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2021-05-2425 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Maternal Diet's Effect on Infant Microbial Composition w/ Dr. Deanna Gibson | MGC Ep. 25Dr. Gibson is an associate professor at the department of biology and microbiology and the head of the center for microbiome and inflammatory research. She is especially interested in the role of gut microbiome interactions in infants and the role of dietary fat on gut health and gut microbial health.
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2021-05-2430 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Facts about Dietary Fat & Obesity with Dr. Sanjoy Ghosh | MGC Ep. 24Dr. Ghosh is a member of the institute for healthy living and chronic disease prevention at UBC, and has a long-standing interest in dietary fats and exercise in preventing metabolic disease.
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2021-04-2226 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastWhat Are Polyphenols And Why Are They Good For Us? w/ Dr. Daniele Del Rio | MGC Ep. 23While everybody talks about the health benefits of antioxidants, they are part of a larger group of molecules that plants produce, the polyphenols. These large molecules not only have a wide range of health benefits for the plants that produce them, but also for our gut microbes and for our overall health. Together with fiber, polyphenols are probably the most important reason underlying the health benefits of a largely plant based diet. There are few experts who are more qualified about this subject than Dr. Daniele Del Rio, who is an Associate Professor and the Head, School of Advanced S...
2021-04-2222 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDo Gut Microbes Really Talk to the Brain? with Dr. Elaine Hsiao | MGC Ep. 21One of the most intriguing scientific questions in the field of microbiome science is the question of how the trillions of microbes living in our gut communicate with our brain, and what influence this communication has on our mind and our our health.
Dr. Elaine Hsiao, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology at UCLA is an internationally recognized authority on the interactions between the gut microbes, the immune system and the brain.
She has published seminal papers on the role of the gut microbiome in mouse models of autism spectrum...
2021-04-2231 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastFood Addiction: Is It Real? with Dr. Joan Ifland | MGC Ep. 20Even though many similarities in biological brain mechanisms have been identified between individuals with substance abuse and uncontrollable craving for food, the term “food addiction” has remained a controversial term. However, based on questionnaire assessment, at least 20% of obese patients suffer from food addiction, with the percentage going much higher with increasing BMI.
Dr. Ifland is a leading authority in processed food addiction as the lead author/editor of "Processed Food Addiction: Foundations, Assessment and Recovery” published by CRC Press. She was selected as a food addiction specialist by the Oprah Winfrey Network show, "The Book of John G...
2021-04-2239 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastIs THC/CBD Good For You? with Dr. Matthew Hill | MGC Ep. 19Is pot good for us?
There are few medicinal plants that have stirred up as much excitement and expectations than cannabis. After decades of demonizing cannabis products as a threat to our mental health and as a dangerous drug, its legalization in Canada and in several US states has made it a target of intense scientific research and has promoted its widespread use for a variety of chronic medical conditions.
There are few experts who are more qualified about this subject than Dr.Matthew Hill, who is an Associate Professor at the the Departments of C...
2021-04-2243 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHow to Eat Healthy & with Compassion with Gene Baur | MGC Ep. 18There are many ways one can look at the benefit of a particular diet, and most of these perspectives are based on what is good for the consumer. But when it comes to the aspect of plant based diets and compassion towards animals, there are few individuals who can match Gene Baur’s authority and track record, and it is for that reason that Gene has been called the “conscience of the food movement” by Time Magazine.
Gene is the co founder and president of Farm Sanctuary, America's leading farm animal protection organization. He played a significant role in...
2021-03-3146 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastFarming The Right Way with Paul Grieve | MGC Ep. 17While modern agriculture produces unprecedented amount of food to feed a growing world population, its practices come with a considerable collateral damage on the environment, on soil health, and on the welfare of farm animals.
Of the growing number of entrepreneurs who have successfully embarked on creating an alternative to the prevalent agribusiness model, Paul Grieve, co-founder and CEO of PastureBird – the country’s largest supplier of real pasture raised, free-range chicken stands out.
Paul has turned a personal health problem into an innovative and highly successful farm operation that generates animal based foods in a wa...
2021-03-3134 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDiet For The Mind with Dr. Martha Morris | MGC Ep. 16The link between Alzheimer’s disease and diet has been investigated and discussed for decades, a new book by Dr. Martha Morris, Director of the MIND Center for Brain Health at Rush University uniquely reviews the science and presents this topic to the lay public together with practical information about a diet to counteract and treat cognitive decline in her new book: Diet for the MIND, the latest Science on what to eat to prevent Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Decline. Dr. Martha Clare Morris is Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Section of Nutrition and Nutritional Epidemiology in the...
2021-03-3133 min
The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastEat To Live with Dr. Joel Fuhrman | MGC. Ep. 15There is a growing awareness that a largely plant based diet has significant health benefits not only for us, but also for the planet. Few health experts are more qualified to talk about the topic of such healthy diets than Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a board-certified family physician, six-time New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, who specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods.
For over 25 years, Dr. Fuhrman has shown that it is possible to achieve sustainable weight loss and reverse heart disease, diabetes and many other illnesses u...
2021-03-2249 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Power of Resilience with Crystal Philips | MGC Ep. 14Crystal is a Former National Level Speed Skater, multiple sclerosis patient advocate and now public speaker and Executive Director of the Branch Out Neurological Foundation, a charity she co-founded in 2010 to accelerate innovative technologies and non pharmaceutical approaches for neurological disorders.
Crystal's leadership consulting and nutrition background has given her opportunities to work with professional and amateur athletes including NHL players and Olympic Medalists as well as world class neuroscientists and business executives.
Crystal was recently named one of 18 Canadian change makers by CBC Canada, Top 30 Under 30 by Explore Magazine in 2012.
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2021-03-0528 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Longevity Diet with Dr. Valter Longo | MGC Ep. 13Even though the topic of diet in health and longevity has been investigated and discussed for decades, a new book by Dr. Valter Longo, Director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California, and Director of the Program on Longevity and Cancer at the Molecular Oncology Institute in Milan, Italy discusses & adds a new dimension to this discussion, the role of time restricted eating and intermittent fasting.
Dr. Longo is one of the leading international authorities on the topic of the role of diet in health and longevity, creator of the 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet...
2021-03-0543 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDiet & The Gut Microbiome with Dr. Gary Wu | MGC Ep. 12There are few topics that are more popular as well as more controversial than the topic of a healthy diet. Over the last few years, this discussion has increasingly included the role of the gut microbiome as a mediator between what we eat, the health of the gut microbiome and our overall health.
There is nobody more qualified to talk about the interactions between diet and our gut microbiota as Professor Gary Wu, from the University of Pennsylvania, where he is the Director of the Penn Center for Nutritional Science and Medicine (PenNSAM). In addition, Dr. Wu...
2021-03-0545 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastA Scientist's Take on Gluten Sensitivity with Dr. Elena Verdu | MGC Ep. 11Join Dr. Mayer in this episode of the Mind Gut Conversation featuring Dr. Elena Verdu. Dr. Verdu is one of the leading international authorities on the topic of gluten-related disorders who studies host-microbial and dietary interactions in the context of celiac disease and gluten insensitivity. She has been working on the preclinical development of several adjuvant therapies to a gluten-free diet.
She is a professor in the division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, and a member of the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute. Dr. Verdu holds the Canada Research Chair in Nutrition, Inflammation, and Microbiota.
2021-03-0533 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastSelectivor Always Eat YOUR Way with Dr. Steven Tan | MGC Ep. 10Welcome to the latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation. I had the pleasure to talk to Dr. Steven Tan, UCLA-trained Internist, Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert, Start up Entrepreneur and Force behind the new app: Eat.Selectivor.com
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2021-03-0537 min
The Well-Informed Patient Podcast5 M’s of Eating Healthy: Mountain Climbing, Mediterranean Diet, Mind-Gut Connection, Microbiome and Author Dr. Emeran MayerJoin us for this fascinating interview with Dr. Emeran Mayer, author of The Mind-Gut Connection and The Gut-Immune Connection. Learn what the microbiome is, how it affects each and every one of us. Hear from Dr. Mayer about cutting-edge research on the microbiome and how we must not ignore what it is teaching us. Sit back and listen as Dr. Mayer takes us on his journey of how he became involved in research, his adventures in his writing and how he changed his own eating patterns with the Mediterranean Diet. Learn more from Dr...
2021-02-241h 09The Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastDirt is Good with Dr. Jack Gilbert | MGC Ep. 9Join Dr. Mayer & Dr. Gilbert on a fascinating discussion regarding various topics pertaining to Dr. Gilbert & Dr. Knight's new book "Dirt is Good". Topics include:
1. How important microbes are for the healthy development of a child's immune system.
2. Should you use antibiotics/probiotics?
3. What kind of diet is best for staying healthy.
4. How important the microorganisms in the natural world are for you.
5. And much more!!!
Dirt is Good: https://www.amazon.com/Dirt-Good-Advantage-Childs-Developing/dp/1250132606/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546037332&sr=8-1&keywords=dirt+is+good
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2021-02-2343 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastGluten Freedom with Dr. Alessio Fasano | MGC Ep. 8There are few topics in the eternal debates about the optimal diet, and about harmful foods than the topic of gluten sensitivity. There is definitely no shortage of books which have demonized gluten together with any food items that contain it. So it is assuring to listen to an unbiased and informed voice on this topic and there is nobody more suited to give such and advice than Harvard pediatric gastroenterologist Professor Alessio Fasano. Dr. Fasano is the leading international authority on the topic of gluten related disorders and the author of a widely praised book about all aspects...
2021-02-2334 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastAlways Hungry, Always Delicious with Dr. David Ludwig | MGC Ep. 7Amongst the voices that advocate a high fat diet, Dr. Ludwig stands out as an objective, Harvard trained endocrinologist who makes a convincing case for the benefits of such a diet. Join Dr. Emeran Mayer as he discusses the book Always Hungry with Dr. Ludwig, best selling author, professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and professor of nutrition at Harvard School of Public Health.
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2021-02-2344 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastPsychobiotics: Novel Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders? with Dr. Ted Dinan | MGC Ep. 6There are few individuals who have contributed to the exploration and promotion of the concept of Brain Gut Microbiome Interactions as much as University College Cork professor of psychiatry, Ted Dinan. Join Dr. Emeran Mayer as he discusses the promise of psychobiotics and other topics related to the microbial conversation with our brains with Dr. Dinan, the co-author of the book Psychobiotics.
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2021-02-1844 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastChange Your Genes, Change Your Life with Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier | MGC Ep. 5Listen to a fascinating discussion between Dr. Emeran Mayer & Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier ranging from the future of healthcare to personalized medicine.
Official website: https://www.drpelletier.com
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2021-02-1838 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastThe Grain Brain: The Whole Life Plan with Dr. David Perlmutter | MGC Ep. 4Listen to a fascinating discussion between Dr. Emeran Mayer & Dr. David Perlmutter on various topics including the widely popular ketogenic diet & gluten-sensitivity.
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2021-02-1830 minThe Mind-Gut Conversation PodcastHacking of the American Mind with Dr. Robert Lustig | MGC Ep. 3Tune into Dr. Emeran Mayer and Dr. Robert Lustig in a crucial dialog about the importance of diet, microbiome, and early-life programming in our overall health, emotion, and behavior.
More on Dr. Robert Lustig...
- The Hacking of the American Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Hacking-American-Mind-Corporate-Takeover/dp/1101982586
- Official website: http://www.robertlustig.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertLustig/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobertLustigMD
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More on Dr. Wayne Jonas…
- How Healing Works: https://www.amazon.com/How-Healing-Works-Using-Hidden/dp/0399579249/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1523404660&sr=8-2
- Samueli Institute: http://www.samueliinstitute.org/
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"Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human": https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Journey-Heart-Being-Human/dp/039371053X
Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/P9Db9dsBT10
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Dr. Emeran Mayer, Darm-Experte, US Forscher und Buchautor von "Das zweite Gehirn" ist heute bei uns zu Gast. Erfahre, wie dein Darm deine mentale Leistung und deine Stimmung beeinflusst und warum dieser auch dein "zweites Gehirn" genannt wird. Dr. Emeran Mayer ist Autor des Buches "Das zweite Gehirn" - Wie der Darm unsere Stimmung, unsere Entscheidungen und unser Wohlbefinden beeinflusst und somit Ansprechpartner Nr. 1 für alle Themen rund um den wichtigsten Teil deines Verdauungstrakts. Dein Darm ist der Ort, wo Nährstoffe aufgenommen werden, wo sich der Großteil der Abwehrzellen des I...
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