Sarkis Mazmanian

This week’s guest, Dr. Sarkis Mazmanian, is a microbiologist and professor at Caltech, specializing in the gut-brain axis. He discusses how gut microbes influence neurological health, linking them to conditions like Parkinson's and autism. The conversation dives into the malleability of the adult microbiome and the potential for microbiome-based therapeutics. Dr. Mazmanian highlights challenges in translating animal research to humans and the gut’s role in shaping behaviors and cravings, emphasizing the importance of a healthy gut diet.