What follows is a transcript where we explored the fascinating power of the gut-brain axis and its influence on our health and mood.

What follows is a transcript for a discussion with world-renowned gastroenterologist, neuroscientist, and best-selling author of The Mind Gut Connection and The Gut Immune Connection, Dr. Emeran Mayer.

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Best-selling author and clinical researcher Dr. Michael Ruscio dives deep into the gut-brain connection and how to strengthen their synergy with easy practical tips.

In this article, we will take a look at the role of the gut microbiota and the gut-brain axis in metabolism and energy homeostasis. We will learn how food-derived chemical signals—nutrients and microbial metabolites—are translated in the gut into endocrine and neural signals that convey information about the caloric load and composition of a meal to the brain.