The School of Greatness The Gut & Brain Connection and Ending Inflammation w/Dr. Emeran Mayer EP 1138
Jul 19, 2021
Dr. Emeran Mayer, a leading authority on the gut-brain connection and director at UCLA, dives deep into how our emotions reflect in our bodies. He highlights major inflammation triggers and the impact of dietary choices on gut health. Sugar addiction's effects are explored, alongside the significant relationship between brain and gut in regulating our well-being. Mayer also shares insights on the importance of a plant-based diet and how modern eating habits can disrupt our microbiome. This conversation offers valuable tools for improving both mental and physical health.
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Diaphragmatic Breathing
- Switch from chest breathing to diaphragmatic breathing to alleviate stress and promote relaxation.
- Practice abdominal breathing combined with mindfulness to let go of negative emotions.
Sugar's Impact on the Gut
- Sugary and processed foods create short-term pleasure but lead to long-term health issues.
- Sweet taste preferences are programmed early in life, often linked to celebrations and positive events.
Diet's Effect on Satiety and Gut Health
- High-fat and high-sugar diets desensitize the vagus nerve, hindering satiety signals and promoting overeating.
- These diets also alter gut microbes, leading to a "leaky gut" and immune system activation.
