Genius Gut: The Life Changing Science of Eating For Your Second Brain with Dr Emily Leeming
High Performance Health
Exploring the Role of Serotonin in the Gut and Brain
This chapter delves into how serotonin, primarily produced in the gut, impacts mood regulation through the brain. It explains how gut microbes aid in providing tryptophan for local serotonin production in the brain, using a flat-pack sofa analogy to illustrate the process.
Angela welcomes Dr. Emily Leeming, a research fellow at King's College London, to discuss the fascinating connection between the gut microbiome and brain health.
Dr. Leeming shares insights on the impact of stress on the microbiome, the importance of fibre and diverse foods for gut health, and the role of omega-3 in mental well-being. They also look at topics such as the production of short-chain fatty acids by gut bacteria, the influence of diet on mental health conditions like depression and ADHD, and the potential benefits of post-biotics.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Eating foods rich in fibre and polyphenols, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, can support the gut microbiome and brain health.
- Consuming omega-3 fatty acids from sources like oily fish can help prevent cognitive decline and support mental health.
- Chronic stress can negatively affect the gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and other health issues.
- The impact of artificial sweeteners on the gut microbiome is still being researched, with varying results depending on the type and dose.
- The gut microbiome can produce a wide range of metabolites, emphasising the importance of consuming a diverse range of foods to support gut health.
BEST MOMENTS
"So the microbiome really means all the microbes that we're covered in. So we're covered in microbes inside and out."
“That was one of the key things that I took away from the book when I was reading it."
"I think with the research where we know it at the moment in terms of the menopause, with taking soy foods and phytoestrogens is that it's very much on an individual basis."
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr Emily Leeming PhD MSc RD is a registered dietitian and Research Fellow at King’s College London, with multiple academic publications on nutrition and the gut microbiome. Before her career in science, Dr Emily was a private chef. She regularly writes for The Daily Mail and frequently appears in the media such as BBC Radio 4, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and The Guardian. Her first book Genius Gut is out on 25th July.
ABOUT THE HOST
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