Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health How Your Immune System Impacts Your Feelings - AI Podcast
May 10, 2025
Discover how inflammation directly affects your mood and anxiety. New research reveals that certain immune molecules act like neurotransmitters, influencing emotional states. Learn how dietary choices, like reducing linoleic acid from vegetable oils, can promote emotional well-being. The impact of sunlight and lifestyle changes is also highlighted. Plus, practical tips for tracking emotional health during recovery from illness are shared, emphasizing the importance of managing immune balance for better mood and social engagement.
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Inflammation Alters Fear Neurons
- Inflammation directly rewires mood by activating fear neurons with inflammatory cytokines.
- Anti-inflammatory signals calm these same neurons, shifting emotional tone rapidly.
Immune Molecules as Neurotransmitters
- Certain immune molecules act as neurotransmitters affecting social behavior independently of inflammation.
- The brain can produce these cytokines internally, bypassing the blood-brain barrier.
Cut Linoleic Acid and Support Mitochondria
- Reduce linoleic acid intake below 5 grams daily by avoiding vegetable oils in processed foods.
- Feed mitochondria with around 250 grams of easy-to-digest carbohydrates to lower oxidative stress.