The mindbodygreen Podcast 618: The overlooked force impacting your mind, gut health & longevity | Brennan Spiegel, M.D.
Oct 5, 2025
Joining the conversation is Dr. Brennan Spiegel, a physician and researcher at Cedars-Sinai, exploring the fascinating field of biogravitational medicine. He discusses how gravity influences gut health and emotional well-being, revealing surprising links to IBS and mental resilience. Dr. Spiegel shares practical strategies for optimizing health through gravity, such as exercise routines and mindfulness practices. Listeners will learn about the intricate mind-body connection and how gravity shapes our overall health.
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Gravity As A Fundamental Health Lens
- Biogravitational medicine reframes health by recognizing gravity as a constant force every cell and organ evolved to manage.
- Working with gravity improves strength, posture, and long-term resilience across body systems.
IBS Case Reveals Hidden Gravity Problem
- A young woman with long-standing IBS had hypermobile joints and sagging intestines that collapsed into her pelvis when standing.
- X-rays confirmed gravity-induced bowel collapse and led to diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos and targeted treatment.
Strengthen Core To Support The Gut
- Strengthen your abdominals, back, and pelvic muscles to support internal suspension systems and reduce gut sagging.
- Use hypopressive exercises, swimming, and targeted strengthening to improve symptoms and reduce compression.
