Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

  • Gut Health and Mental Health (Re-Release)

Gut Health and Mental Health (Re-Release)

Tuesday 17th September 2019

Discover how gut health affects mental health with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes. Learn about probiotics, prebiotics, and polyphenols for better well-being.
59 minutes
Informative
Educational
Thought-provoking
Engaging
Life-changing

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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
Author:
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Gut Feelings: How Your Stomach Influences Your Mind

The extrapolation was that some sort of message from the vagus nerve going up to the brain was saying: there's a problem here.
Ever wondered why they call the gut the 'second brain'? In this episode of the Counselor Toolbox Podcast, Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes breaks down the fascinating connection between your gut health and your mental well-being. It's not just about what you eat; it's about how your gut communicates with your brain. Dr. Snipes explains how neurotransmitters are made in the gut and how stress, inflammation, and poor nutrition can mess with this delicate balance. Curious about probiotics and prebiotics?
She dives into how these can help improve your gut health and, in turn, your mental health. Polyphenols also get a spotlight for their role in maintaining a healthy gut. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or just want to feel better overall, this episode offers practical tips and insights to help you understand and improve your mental health by focusing on your gut.
Tune in for an enlightening discussion that could change the way you think about food and mood.