The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast Chronic Inflammation, Neuroplasticity & Your Healing Potential | Manifest Your Health Series | Ep 317
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Jun 25, 2024 Explore the brain-gut connection and how decreasing inflammation can rewire the brain for healing. Learn about neuroplasticity, signs of brain inflammation, and ways to reduce inflammation. Discover the importance of shifting perspectives on healing potential and the impact of diet on brain health.
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Inflammation Harms Brain Plasticity
- To support brain plasticity, reduce systemic and brain inflammation through lifestyle and dietary changes.
- Chronic inflammation slows neuron firing and decreases brain speed and rewiring ability.
Brain's Immune Cells Are Vital
- The brain has more immune cells (glial cells) than neurons, crucial for brain immune defense.
- Glial cells regulate blood-brain barrier and clear debris, impacting neuronal function.
Protect the Blood-Brain Barrier
- Chronic systemic inflammation leads to a permeable blood-brain barrier, allowing inflammation triggers into the brain.
- Address gut health, stress, and environmental toxins to protect brain barrier integrity.