Doctor Explains the Gut-Brain Connection (The Second Brain)

Are You Listening to Your "Second Brain"?

Did you know that 90% of your body’s serotonin—the "feel-good" hormone—is produced in your gut, not your brain?

In this comprehensive deep dive, Dr. Mark Stengler reveals the intricate communication network known as the Gut-Brain Axis. If you’ve been struggling with brain fog, persistent anxiety, or hormonal imbalances, the answer might not be in your head—it might be in your microbiome.

CHAPTERS

‍00:00 Introduction to the Gut-Brain-Hormone Connection

‍00:45 What Is the Gut-Brain Axis?

‍01:27 Pathways: Vagus Nerve, Immune System, Hormones, Neurotransmitters

‍02:53 Role of the Gut Microbiome in Brain Health

‍04:18 Gut Barrier, Leaky Gut, and Brain Inflammation

‍04:44 Serotonin, GABA, and Mood Regulation

‍06:11 Inflammation, Cytokines, and the Blood-Brain Barrier

‍07:25 Gut Dysbiosis and Mental Health Disorders

‍08:42 Gut Health, Cortisol, and Stress Response

‍09:23 Thyroid Function and Nutrient Absorption

‍10:12 Microbiome, Endocrine System, and Hormone Regulation

‍10:46 Estrogen Metabolism and Hormonal Balance

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