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The Mind-Gut Connection: How the Hidden Conversation Within Our Bodies Impacts Our Mood, Our Choices, and Our Overall Health

Combining cutting-edge neuroscience with the latest discoveries on the human microbiome, a practical guide in the tradition of Wheat Belly and Grain Brain that conclusively demonstrates the inextricable, biological link between mind and body.

We have all experienced the connection between our mind and our gut—the decision we made because it “felt right”; the butterflies in our stomach before a big meeting; the anxious stomach rumbling when we’re stressed out. While the dialogue between the gut and the brain has been recognized by ancient healing traditions, including Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, Western medicine has failed to appreciate the complexity of how the brain, gut, and more recently, the microbiome—the microorganisms that live inside us—communicate with one another. In The Mind-Gut Connection, Dr. Emeran Mayer, executive director of the UCLA Center for Neurobiology of Stress, offers a revolutionary look at this developing science, teaching us how to harness the power of the mind-gut connection to take charge of our health.

The Mind-Gut Connection shows how to keep the brain-gut communication clear and balanced to:

• heal the gut by focusing on a plant-based diet

• balance the microbiome by consuming fermented foods and probiotics, fasting, and cutting out sugar and processed foods

• promote weight loss by detoxifying and creating healthy digestion and maximum nutrient absorption

• boost immunity and prevent the onset of neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s and

Alzheimer’s

• generate a happier mindset and reduce fatigue, moodiness, anxiety, and depression

• prevent and heal GI disorders such as leaky gut syndrome, food sensitivities and allergies, and IBS, as well as digestive discomfort such as heartburn and bloating

• and much more.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0062376586
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harper Paperbacks; Reprint edition (June 5, 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780062376589
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062376589
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 5.2 x 7.9 inches

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Customers find the book eminently readable, simple, and easy to follow. They also appreciate the great information presented in an inspirational, non-technical manner. Readers say the book has changed their mindset on nutrition and related mental health.

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  1. JML –

    Sets the standard for user friendly, informative, and science based microbiome book for wide audience
    There is sure no shortage of trade books on the microbiome and the list of books is bound to proliferate given the popularity of the topic. This book separates itself from the pack in a number of ways. First, Dr Mayer is one of the select group of scientists worldwide whose work has helped fuel research into what we know about the microbiome and its importance to our health. While other scientists saw painful medical disorders like irritable bowel syndrome as a “psychiatric disorder” Dr Mayer was conducting research showing that the brain has a far more powerful and complex role in tipping the balance between health and illness than just governing our mental wellbeing. Because he knows what he is talking about, the reader can feel confident that the material is accurate, trust worthy, and backed by evidence tested in rigorous laboratory settings. This is no small feat among the growing number of books chock full of half-truths, exaggerations, and outright inaccuracies that make it hard for the reader to separate fact from fiction. Second, Dr Mayer emphasizes the importance not only of how our mood, behaviors like our activity level and what we eat and drink, and mindset can impact the collection of microbes that colonize the human body but how our microbiome can in turn impact the brain. There is no other book available that covers so much terrain with such expertise and precision. Third, the book is an easy read, written in such an engaging and non-technical manner that even the person whose last science book was in 10th grade bio class will find this book a pleasure to read, making it far and away the best microbiome book out there for general audience. Finally, as a gifted clinician, Dr Mayer concludes the book with some “nuts and bolts” strategies for how to make simple lifestyle changes that put in practice what microbiome research tells us about how to optimize our health. A+: Recommend wholeheartedly– Dr Jeffrey Lackner, Behavioral Medicine Clinic, University at Buffalo, SUNY

    JML –

  2. Mary Elizabeth Alexander –

    Life changing book!
     This book has changed my whole mindset on nutrition and how related mental health and gut health can be. Such a good read if you are on a wellness journey like me!

    Mary Elizabeth Alexander –

  3. Ashley Galloway –

    Great information/life changing
    This book gives helpful tips about the mind gut connection. Very helpful information

    Ashley Galloway –

  4. slackermom –

    this is such a good and important book!
    i wish everyone would read this, even if they’re not currently suffering from digestive problems, the issues with our food production, modern stressors, and the connection to our gut microbiome is so important and enlightening and really does affect all of us in ways modern medicine is barely recognizing as valid, in recent years. this book is well-written by an actual doctor that knows even pharmaceuticals aren’t also the solution, but without being overly preachy/judgmental about the choices we all face to improve our gut health and life. it’s science-driven with a good set of resources but written in a way that makes the content engaging for everyone with even the slightest interest in the intricate way our mind and body interact with our food and external environment. highly recommend!

    slackermom –

  5. BJ Shopper –

    Interesting
    New info to me about how important gut bacteria has always been. Not an easy read but important to understand how it all functions.

    BJ Shopper –

  6. bora bora beats –

    A single interesting scientific concept extrapolated over 285 pages (sometimes well, sometimes not)
    Synopsis – the bacteria in your digestive system play a large and underappreciated role in both your gut health and in your overall health; take care of them.While an enjoyable and colorful read, this book has several problems with it. First, the author draws many “conclusions” based upon the work of published animal studies even though in he also admits that the neurological systems of animals and humans are considerably different. Sometimes he admits that his conclusions are just hypotheticals but more commonly goes for the sensational claims to wow the layreader.Second, the books suffers from sloppy editing. A typical example is on page 208 where Mayer says, “This helps explain the fact that infants who are not breastfed have fewer bifidobacteria in their stool than formula-fed infants.” Other editing errors are buried in the often contradictory science-speak – I’m sure a biochemist would have a field day here. His discussion of the neurotransmitter GABA on pages 141-142 is particularly wishy-washy.Third, the book is light on novel recommendations. The concluding remarks on page 284: maximize regular intake of naturally fermented foods and probiotics, cut down on animal fat, avoid processed food, eat smaller servings, be mindful of prenatal nutrition, reduce stress, avoid eating when sad or depressed, enjoy social aspects of food, and listen to your gut.Bottom line, a fun read but lots of book-selling science claims without many actionable recommendations.

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  7. Under T lover –

    Gutsy
    Bought three copies because the book is well written, easy to read and full of useful information.

    Under T lover –

  8. brittney –

    Must read
    As a goal for 2024 to become healthier this book is a much have. It gave so many insights as to how the gut place a huge role in our health and I’m excited to start healing my gut in 2024

    brittney –

  9. Ana Paola Pont –

    está muy interesante pero si no sabes nada de medicina vas a tener problemas entendiendo algunas cosas

    Ana Paola Pont –

  10. Amazon Customer –

    Worth your money. A lot of good information. Buy it.

    Amazon Customer –

  11. IsabelMB.elt –

    Life changing and revolutionary. Everyone should read this book if they want to live a healthier life.

    IsabelMB.elt –

  12. Susan Brookes –

    If your thinking of buying this book I would its very informative.

    Susan Brookes –

  13. Joana M. –

    One of the most insightful and straightforward books I’ve read on this topic. Especially important for those suffering from IBS or other gut related problems.

    Joana M. –

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