In 'Heavily Meditated', Dave Asprey combines ancient wisdom traditions and practices with modern technology and cutting-edge methods. The book is based on his immersive program '40 Years of Zen' and provides an 8-step approach to help readers remove their triggers and upgrade their mental well-being. Asprey draws on his extensive experience in biohacking and human performance optimization to offer practical advice for improving mental clarity and resilience.
Dr. Steven Gundry's "The Gut-Brain Paradox" explores the intricate connection between the gut microbiome and brain health. The book delves into the latest scientific research on how gut health impacts cognitive function, mood, and overall well-being. It provides practical strategies for improving gut health and optimizing brain function through diet, lifestyle changes, and targeted interventions. The book emphasizes the importance of addressing gut dysbiosis and inflammation to improve brain health. It offers a comprehensive approach to achieving optimal gut-brain connection.
Dr. Steven Gundry's "The Plant Paradox" explores the impact of lectins, proteins found in plants, on human health. The book argues that lectins can trigger inflammation and various health problems, advocating for a lectin-restricted diet. Gundry provides a detailed list of lectin-rich and lectin-free foods, offering practical advice on meal planning and lifestyle changes. The book has generated significant discussion and controversy within the nutrition community, with some praising its insights and others criticizing its claims. It remains a popular resource for those seeking to improve their health through dietary modifications.
The Bulletproof Diet is a comprehensive guide to achieving better mental clarity, sustained energy, and weight loss through a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate approach. The diet emphasizes eating organic, grass-fed, and non-GMO foods to minimize toxins and maximize nutrient intake. It also incorporates intermittent fasting and the consumption of healthy fats like avocados, coconut oil, and grass-fed butter. The diet aims to stabilize blood sugar levels, promote weight loss, and support cognitive function. Key components include the use of Bulletproof Coffee, avoiding mold toxins, and a balanced approach to exercise and sleep[1][3][5].
If your brain feels foggy, your mood swings like a pendulum, or your cravings seem to control you—this episode will flip what you think you know about your body and your mind. Because what if your thoughts… aren’t really yours?
In this mind-altering episode of The Human Upgrade, Dr. Steven Gundry reveals a startling new theory: your gut microbiome might be controlling your thoughts. From addiction and depression to obesity and inflammation, the microbes living in your gut—bacteria, fungi, viruses, even parasites—may be pulling the strings on your brain chemistry, mood, and behavior.
Dave Asprey and Dr. Gundry dive deep into The Gut-Brain Paradox, exposing how the gut-brain axis operates more like a microbial command center than a digestive system. You’ll learn why probiotic pills rarely work, how the wrong microbes can drive compulsive behavior, and how toxic foods, glyphosate, and antibiotics have turned our guts into neurological war zones.
Most shocking of all? Microbes may not just influence addiction—they may cause it.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• How your gut microbiome can hijack your brain and influence your thoughts and behavior
• Why certain microbes may actually cause addiction, obesity, and depression
• How antibiotics, glyphosate, and processed foods are turning your gut into a desert
• How to rebuild your gut ecosystem using postbiotics, fermented foods, and precision inputs
• Why food cravings might be microbial mind control—and what to do about it
• What the latest science reveals about the gut-brain axis, neurotransmitters, and neuroinflammation
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Resources:
• Dave Asprey’s New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
• Dr. Gundry’s Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/?hl=en
• Dr. Gundry’s Website: https://drgundry.com/
• Dr. Gundry’s New Book The Gut-Brain Paradox: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-gut-brain-paradox-steven-r-gundry-md/1146019686?ean=9780062911803
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• Dave Asprey’s Website: https://daveasprey.com
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• 40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
• 00:00 — Trailer
• 02:01 — Intro
• 03:55 — The Gut-Brain Connection
• 04:45 — Microbiome Communication and Control
• 08:19 — The Role of Fungi and Plants
• 11:29 — Microbiome Diversity and Health
• 19:05 — Addictive Microbiome and Behavior
• 28:17 — Antibiotics and Gut Health
• 30:49 — Listener Concerns and Gut Health
• 31:02 — Whale Watching and Climate Change
• 32:58 — Understanding SIBO and Bacterial Migration
• 34:02 — The Role of Soluble Fiber and Fermented Foods
• 36:12 — Complexity of Gut Microbiome
• 36:49 — Restoring Ecosystems and Gut Health
• 38:23 — Precision Microbiome Manipulation
• 41:31 — Calcium Formation and Gut Bacteria
• 43:56 — Oxalates vs. Lectins Debate
• 46:04 — Whole Foods and Glyphosate Concerns
• 51:47 — Dopamine Levels and Gut Health
• 54:59 — Conclusion and Book Promotion
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