76. Unlocking Gut Health: The Hidden Key to Mental Wellness

Published: July 4, 2024, 7:30 a.m.

b'Is your gut the key to your mental health? In this episode, Gary Brecka delves deep into the microbiome, its powerful influence on mental health, and his 6 actionable steps to improve your gut health and transform your mental well-being. Discover why optimizing your gut health is essential for boosting your mood, enhancing cognition, and achieving overall mental wellness. Don\\u2019t miss this episode to uncover the secrets your gut has been holding\\u2014your mental health might depend on it!\\n\\n00:00 Show Intro\\n01:02 What is a microbiome?\\n01:36 What is the gut-brain reaction?\\n02:17 Microbiome Affecting One\\u2019s Mental Health\\n02:45 Cognitive Function Linked to Gut Microbiome\\n03:08 Gut Microbiome\\u2019s Response to Chronic Stress\\n03:32 Roles of Probiotics and Prebiotics in Depression and Anxiety Treatments\\n04:36 Antibiotics Killing both Harmful and Beneficial Bacteria in the Gut\\n04:56 Chronic Stress\\u2019s Negative Impact on Gut Microbiome\\n05:06 Exercise Promoting Healthy Gut Microbiome\\n05:15 Sleep as the Foundational Cornerstone of Optimal Health\\n05:27 Actionable Steps to Improve Gut Health and Mental Well-Being:\\n\\u2022\\tAdapt a gut-friendly diet.\\n\\u2022\\tConsider probiotics and prebiotics.\\n\\u2022\\tRemember to manage stress.\\n\\u2022\\tRegularly exercise.\\n\\u2022\\tDevelop a sleep-friendly environment.\\n\\u2022\\tHydrate.\\n07:38 Outro\\n\\nGet weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU\\n\\nOrder The 1 Genetic Test That Will Give You Results For Life Here: https://bit.ly/3L5k8hl\\n\\nGet The Supplements That Gary Recommends Here: https://bit.ly/4cMDGm7\\n\\nSign up for 10X Health Affiliate Program: https://bit.ly/3ROGPd6\\n\\nPLUNGE - Use code \\u201cUltimate\\u201d for $150 off your order of the best cold plunge & sauna in the US: https://bit.ly/3yYE3vl\\n\\nECHO GO PLUS HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8\\n\\nBODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/4cJdJE7\\n\\nWatch \\u201cThe Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka\\u201d every Tuesday and Thursday at 9AM ET on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8\\n\\nFollow The Ultimate Human on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VP9JuR\\nFollow The Ultimate Human on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3XIusTX\\nFollow The Ultimate Human on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Y5pPDJ\\nFollow Gary Brecka on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs\\nFollow Gary Brecka on TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo\\nFollow Gary Brecka on Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H\\n\\nSUBSCRIBE TO:\\n\\u2022\\t@ultimatehumanpodcast\\n\\u2022\\t@garybrecka\\n\\nDownload the podcasts on all your favorite platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0\\n\\nThe Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user\\u2019s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'