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Gut Microbes and the Brain, Part 1

Dr. David Perlmutter, America’s foremost integrative neurologist, author of the best-seller “Grain Brain,” joins us to discuss his new book “Brain Maker: The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect Your Brain for Life.” What’s our new understanding of the relationship between the gut and the brain? What do experiments with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) suggest as a novel means of curing neurological disorders–from MS to autism to Alzheimers. Does “leaky gut syndrome” play a role in brain inflammation? Is a gluten-free, ultra low-carb diet the solution for everyone? Can probiotics and fermented foods enhance mood? What key supplements support brain and gut health? Click HERE for part 2.

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