2min snip

Modern Wisdom cover image

#709 - Max Lugavere - The Terrifying Link Between Diet & Mental Health

Modern Wisdom

NOTE

Psychosomatic gluten sensitivity

David Robson's book 'The Expectation Effect' explores the impact of demonization of gluten on people's intolerance. In a lab experiment, participants, both with and without biological gluten intolerance, experienced symptoms of gluten intolerance after being told that they were consuming gluten, even though the meal was actually gluten-free. This phenomenon, known as the nocebo effect, highlights the influence of expectations on our physical reactions. The wellness industry's emphasis on 'clean eating' and avoiding certain foods has led to misinformation and confusion. It's important to educate with nuance and recognize that only a small percentage of the population has celiac disease, while others may experience non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode