Your Brain 101: Think With Your Stomach – The Gut Microbiome

21/05/2017

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Episode Synopsis

Scientists have known for quite some time that bacteria that occur in the gut affect a person’s health, from digestion to allergies. More recently, studies are finding that the microbes that colonize the gut also have an effect on the brain, and can play a role in conditions such as autism, depression and anxiety. Here to explain more is Dr. Jesse Corry, neurologist at Allina Health’s United Hospital.