Do This Everyday To Help Lower Stress - Dr. G's Quick Health Tip | EP 286.B
Jan 18, 2024
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Dr. G, a medical expert, discusses the connection between gut microbiome and stress levels. He also shares the benefits of drinking coffee and tea daily for gut health and mental well-being. Additionally, he talks about the benefits of coffee and fermented foods for mental health and emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help if stress becomes overwhelming.
Taking care of your gut microbiome can decrease stress and increase health.
Consuming postbiotic foods and fermented foods can improve anxiety and depression and support mental well-being.
Deep dives
The Gut Microbiome and Brain Connection
The podcast discusses the connection between the gut microbiome and the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA. It's now understood that a healthy gut microbiome can produce these feel-good hormones, which then travel to the brain and have a positive impact on mood. The absence of these neurotransmitters in people with dysbiotic bacteria, along with the presence of glyphosate (found in many foods), can lead to increased anxiety and depression. Buying organic and biodynamic foods, as well as consuming polyphenol-rich foods like coffee and green tea, can support a healthy gut microbiome.
Postbiotic Foods for Anxiety and Depression
The podcast highlights the importance of consuming postbiotic foods, such as fermented foods, vinegars, and raw dairy products, for improving anxiety and depression. These foods help stimulate good gut bacteria to eat prebiotic fiber and produce important anti-depressive compounds. Research from Stanford and other sources emphasizes the benefits of incorporating fermented foods into the diet to support mental well-being. It's also mentioned that while occasional stress is normal, seeking help from a mental health professional is encouraged if stress levels significantly impact day-to-day life.
Stress is something we ALL deal with. And when it comes to stress management you’ve probably heard it all from medicine, to exercise, yoga, meditation, etc. This week I’m not going to mention any of that, rather I’m going to share the stress management strategy people rarely talk about, taking care of your gut microbiome. So stay tuned to see how you can decrease stress while increasing your health!
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