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Can Your Gut Predict Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s? | Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Could your gut hold the key to preventing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease? Researchers believe the first signs of these diseases could be digestive issues that occur years before neurologic symptoms appear.
In this live Q&A, gastroenterologist and researcher Dr. Trisha Pasricha joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to break down the powerful connection between the gut microbiome and brain health — and what it could mean for your future.
From constipation as an early signal to the power of diet in shaping gut health, this episode uncovers the science behind the gut-brain axis.
You will learn:
- The gut-brain axis explained
- Early warning signs hidden in digestion
- The role of constipation in disease risk
- How diet shapes your microbiome
- Practical tips to improve gut health
Plus, we answer live audience questions on Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases, digestion, fiber, and microbiome health.
Dr. Pasricha is author of the You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong.
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