The Gut Brain Connection: Mental Health, Diet and Mood

Did you know that 95% of serotonin and of 50% dopamine is made and stored in the gut? Have you ever wondered about the relationship between what you eat and how this may affect your mood?

In this video we will be unlocking the fascinating secrets of the gut-brain connection, the biological circuit in our bodies which influences our behaviour, our appetite and our mood. We will be talking about what the gut brain connection is, why it affects our mood, the latest research studies on the gut brain connection and mental health, and also discussing some practical tips on how to optimise your gut health, including foods that promote a healthy gut-brain connection, exercise and managing stress. The clinical research into the gut brain connection and mental health is expanding, and this video details some of the key studies that are emerging.

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0:00 Intro
0:30 The Vagus Nerve and Neurotransmitters
02:33 Research into Diet and Mood
03:22 Research into the Gut Microbiome and Mental Health
04:40 Keeping our Gut Microbiome healthy
04:58 Diet
06:28 Lifestyle Factors - Stress, Sleep and Exercise
09:11 Summary

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