The Brian Keane Podcast

#515: Dietitian Dr. Emily Leeming on Unlocking the Secrets of Gut Health, The Gut-Brain Connection and The Life Changing Science of Eating for Your Second Brain!


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Dr Emily Leeming is a Registered Dietitian, microbiome expert and research Fellow at King's College London.

She is also a former chef and author of the new book Genius Gut: The Life-Changing Science of Eating for your Second Brain.

Dr Emily holds a BSc in Nutrition, an MSc in Nutrition and Dietetics, and a PhD in the impact of diet on the gut microbiome, and she has published and contributed to multiple academic publications in top peer-reviewed journals on nutrition, lifestyle and the gut microbiome.

She writes for the Daily Mail, and is regularly featured in the media including BBC Radio, Vogue, The Telegraph, Women's Health and The Sunday Times.

Here are some of the things we talked about in today's podcast:

· The gut microbiome is a powerful second brain.

· Fiber is crucial for gut health and often overlooked.

· Probiotics can be beneficial but are often misrepresented.

· Gut health is closely linked to immune function.

· Estrogen levels can influence gut microbiome composition in women.

· Focusing on adding healthy foods can crowd out unhealthy options.

· A little bloating is a sign of a healthy gut.

· Two kiwis a day can help with constipation.

· Breathing techniques can alleviate bloating.

· Dietitians specialize in gut health and nutrition.

· 90% of serotonin is produced in the gut but doesn't reach the brain.

· Kefir can improve memory and emotional resilience.

· Fiber is crucial for gut health and overall well-being.

Today's podcast is sponsored by my Rewire Your Mindset Course:

https://briankeanefitness.com/rewire-your-mindset-course

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Dr Emily Leeming PhD RD

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Dr Emily Leeming | Microbiome Scientist + Dietitian (@dremilyleeming) • Instagram photos and videos

(LinkedIn)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-emily-leeming-phd-rd-615b5566/

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www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094138392266

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