The Mind-Gut Conversation Podcast

Crystal is a Former National Level Speed Skater, multiple sclerosis patient advocate and now public speaker and Executive Director of the Branch Out Neurological Foundation, a charity she co-founded in 2010 to accelerate innovative technologies and non pharmaceutical approaches for neurological disorders. Crystal's leadership consulting and nutrition background has given her opportunities to work with professional and amateur athletes including NHL players and Olympic Medalists as well as world class neuroscientists and business executives. Crystal was recently named one of 18 Canadian change makers by CBC Canada, Top 30 Under 30 by Explore Magazine in 2012. Watch the video format of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/i_sEqYuNkvE Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

Even though the topic of diet in health and longevity has been investigated and discussed for decades, a new book by Dr. Valter Longo, Director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California, and Director of the Program on Longevity and Cancer at the Molecular Oncology Institute in Milan, Italy discusses & adds a new dimension to this discussion, the role of time restricted eating and intermittent fasting. Dr. Longo is one of the leading international authorities on the topic of the role of diet in health and longevity, creator of the 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet, and author of the International bestselling book, The Longevity Diet:  Discover the New Science behind stem cell activation and regeneration to slow aging, fight disease and optimize weight. Watch the video format of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/uKeIGkE2aJg Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

There are few topics that are more popular as well as more controversial than the topic of a healthy diet. Over the last few years, this discussion has increasingly included the role of the gut microbiome as a mediator between what we eat, the health of the gut microbiome and our overall health. There is nobody more qualified to talk about the interactions between diet and our gut microbiota as Professor Gary Wu, from the University of Pennsylvania, where he is the Director of the Penn Center for Nutritional Science and Medicine (PenNSAM). In addition, Dr. Wu is Director and Chair of the Scientific Advisory Board for the American Gastroenterological Association Center for Gut Microbiome Research and Education. In this episode of the Mind Gut Connection Conversation, we discuss:  •The role of diet in the composition and function of the gut microbiome  •The effect of a vegetarian vs an omnivore diet on the gut microbiome.   •The differential effects of a ketogenic and a plant based diet on the gut microbiome  •The ongoing decrease in diversity and loss of species in our gut microbiome and their effects on our health  •And much more… Watch the video format of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/g6XIQcrMOMU Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

Join Dr. Mayer in this episode of the Mind Gut Conversation featuring Dr. Elena Verdu. Dr. Verdu is one of the leading international authorities on the topic of gluten-related disorders who studies host-microbial and dietary interactions in the context of celiac disease and gluten insensitivity. She has been working on the preclinical development of several adjuvant therapies to a gluten-free diet. She is a professor in the division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, and a member of the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute. Dr. Verdu holds the Canada Research Chair in Nutrition, Inflammation, and Microbiota. View the video format of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/6ozBA0sL2yA Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

Welcome to the latest edition of the Mind Gut Conversation. I had the pleasure to talk to Dr. Steven Tan, UCLA-trained Internist, Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert, Start up Entrepreneur and Force behind the new app:   Eat.Selectivor.com   View the video format of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/pXXOmTuZKps Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer 

Join Dr. Mayer & Dr. Gilbert on a fascinating discussion regarding various topics pertaining to Dr. Gilbert & Dr. Knight's new book "Dirt is Good".  Topics include:  1. How important microbes are for the healthy development of a child's immune system.  2. Should you use antibiotics/probiotics?  3. What kind of diet is best for staying healthy.  4. How important the microorganisms in the natural world are for you.  5. And much more!!!   Dirt is Good: https://www.amazon.com/Dirt-Good-Advantage-Childs-Developing/dp/1250132606/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546037332&sr=8-1&keywords=dirt+is+good  Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/jDyjAuRr5rU Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

There are few topics in the eternal debates about the optimal diet, and about harmful foods than the topic of gluten sensitivity. There is definitely no shortage of books which have demonized gluten together with any food items that contain it. So it is assuring to listen to an unbiased and informed voice on this topic and there is nobody more suited to give such and advice than Harvard pediatric gastroenterologist Professor Alessio Fasano. Dr. Fasano is the leading international authority on the topic of gluten related disorders and the author of a widely praised book about all aspects of gluten related disorders: Gluten Freedom: The Nation's Leading Expert Offers the Essential Guide to a Healthy, Gluten-Free Lifestyle.   In this episode of the Mind Gut Connection Conversation, Dr. Fasano talks about:  • His book Gluten Freedom  • Celiac disease  • Wheat allergies  • Non-celiac gluten sensitivity   • And more…   Find Dr. Fasano's book here:  https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Freedom-Essential-Gluten-Free-Lifestyle/dp/1681620510  Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/F-yMXbLxpe0 Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

Amongst the voices that advocate a high fat diet, Dr. Ludwig stands out as an objective, Harvard trained endocrinologist who makes a convincing case for the benefits of such a diet. Join Dr. Emeran Mayer as he discusses the book Always Hungry with Dr. Ludwig, best selling author, professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and professor of nutrition at Harvard School of Public Health.   Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/cJcyxtttwLI Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

There are few individuals who have contributed to the exploration and promotion of the concept of Brain Gut Microbiome Interactions as much as University College Cork professor of psychiatry, Ted Dinan.  Join Dr. Emeran Mayer as he discusses the promise of psychobiotics and other topics related to the microbial conversation with our brains with Dr. Dinan, the co-author of the book Psychobiotics.   Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/4AcJGBhnjt8 Follow Dr. Mayer: https://linktr.ee/emayer

Listen to a fascinating discussion between Dr. Emeran Mayer & Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier ranging from the future of healthcare to personalized medicine.   Official website: https://www.drpelletier.com  Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/p6ENJmj6q5s Follow Dr. Mayer https://linktr.ee/emayer