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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Just about every civilization throughout history has practiced some form of neurohacking - deliberately upgrading their physiologies to positively affect their mind and psyche. The consumption of probiotic rich and fermented foods, for example, goes back over 10,000 years.

Today, the emerging field of human microbiome research has indicated that gut microbiota may play an important role in influencing brain development, behavior, and mood in humans.

We may not immediately think of influencing the microbes in the gut when looking to improve brain function and mental health, but we should.