Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Season3: (Episode 5) Gut Health: Microbiome and the Brain
Season3: (Episode 5) Gut Health: Microbiome and the Brain
Season3: (Episode 5) Gut Health: Microbiome and the Brain
Tuesday 23rd July 2024
Dr. Scott Kanoski discusses the gut-brain axis, exploring how diet and gut bacteria impact brain health and cognitive function.
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Episode Overview
- Western diets high in fats and sugars negatively impact brain health.
- Gut bacteria play a crucial role in cognitive functioning.
- Adolescence is a particularly vulnerable period for diet-induced cognitive impairments.
- Prebiotics and probiotics may offer therapeutic benefits.
- Inflammation is a key factor linking diet to cognitive issues.
It's clear at this point that there are important connections between gut bacteria and brain and cognitive outcomes
In this episode of Lobes and Robes, Dr. Scott Kanoski, Co-director of the Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute at USC, dives into the fascinating world of the gut-brain axis. Dr. Kanoski shares his groundbreaking research on how diet, hormones, and the millions of bacteria in our gut communicate with our brain, affecting everything from appetite to cognitive functioning and impulse control.
The conversation sheds light on the profound impacts of Western diets, particularly those high in fats and sugars, on brain health and behaviour. Dr. Kanoski explains how these diets contribute to obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and cognitive impairments, particularly during vulnerable periods like adolescence. The episode also explores the role of gut microbiota and inflammation in these processes, with a focus on how changes in gut bacteria can lead to memory impairments and other cognitive issues.
The discussion touches on the potential for prebiotics, probiotics, and even microbiome transplants as therapeutic interventions. With a mix of scientific insights and practical implications, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricate connections between diet, gut health, and brain function.