Finding Genius Podcast

Bacterial Behaviors—Scott Anderson, Author of The Psychobiotic Revolution: Mood, Food, and the New Science of the Gut-Brain Connection

Apr 26, 2023
Science journalist Scott Anderson discusses the revolutionary concept of psychobiotics and their impact on behavior and mood. Topics include the connection between gut bacteria and behavior, the role of the vagus nerve in the gut-brain connection, and the physical and functional changes in the brain caused by certain foods. Anderson also explores the production and function of serotonin, the potential of psychobiotics in improving mental health, and the role of gut bacteria in controlling cravings. Find out more in his book 'The Psychobiotic Revolution' and on the website 'psychobioticrevolution.com'.
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