John Cryan

In this insightful discussion, John Cryan, a renowned professor at University College Cork, unravels the captivating connection between our guts and mental health. He shares groundbreaking research showing how gut bacteria influence our mood and behavior. Discover the potential of fecal transplants and the crucial role of dietary changes—like increasing fiber and fermented foods—in enhancing mental well-being. Learn how nurturing our microbiome could be key to not just improving mental health but also shaping our behaviors and social interactions.

Mental health and its relationship with the gut and food. I chat with UCC professors John Cryan and Ted Dinan about their world-leading research into psychobiotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor John Cryan discusses gut microbiome-brain communication in health and disease, emphasizing the impacts of diet, lifestyle, and gut bacteria on brain health. The podcast explores the mechanisms of microbial influence on the brain involving the vagus nerve and bacterial chemicals. Topics include optimizing gut bacterial composition for lifelong brain health, treatment of neurological disorders, and the importance of fermented foods and fiber.