Did you know that there is a connection between the brain and the GI tract? This gut-brain axis communicates information in both directions. The commensal bacteria in our gut and their metabolites can directly affect our memory and mood, while our brain can alter bacterial patterns and GI function.

Today we discuss some of the mechanisms by which this axis sends and receives those signals. We also talk about the importance of addressing both when optimizing health.

Today on The Lab Report:

• 2:30 New Game Alert!  Vegetablization of names
• 4:05 Question of the Day/Fireball:

Since the gut-brain axis is bidirectional, where do you start when it comes to treatment?

• 6:45 What is the gut-brain axis?
• 8:10 Communication mechanisms from the GI tract to the brain
• 13:20 How the brain affects the gut
• 16:50 Where do you start when it comes to treatment?
• 18:20 Psychobiotics
• 20:10 Testing

Additional Resources:

GI Effects Comprehensive Stool Profile

Adrenocortex Stress Profile

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