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Emeran Mayer – Biological Interconnectedness

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The Gut Microbiome: An Interconnected System

An exploration of the complex interplay between the gut microbiome and the brain, discussing how microbes communicate with the brain, the concept of the gut as the 'second brain,' challenges in studying the gut-brain connection, and the importance of a well-designed study. It also delves into the role of the gut barrier, compromised interactions between microbes and the immune system, and the link between a compromised gut barrier and chronic diseases. Lastly, it highlights the factors contributing to immune-based chronic diseases and emphasizes the significance of a healthy diet.

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