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Your Gut: A Second Brain | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz | Exam Room Live Q&A

Your Gut: A Second Brain | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz | Exam Room Live Q&A

The gut is considered a second brain by many experts.

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According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, “‘The brain in your gut’ is revolutionizing medicine’s understanding of the links between digestion, mood, health and even the way you think.”

Gastroenterologist and bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz explores the gut-brain axis on this episode of The Exam Room Live with “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll.

On This Episode

  • Enteric nervous system (ENS) explained
  • How the gut and brain communicate
  • Microbiome influence on mood
  • IBS and IBD’s disruption of the gut-brain axis
  • Digestive system, cognition, and memory
  • Stress and anxiety may cause constipation and bloating
  • Best foods to heal the gut
  • And more!

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