During COVID-19, the rates of depression and anxiety have skyrocketed to unprecedented numbers. But for those suffering, there's little talk about how the microbiome drives the brain's wiring for mental health (or illness).

Andrea talks to Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum about the strength of the gut brain connection, plus a new study on the power of beneficial microbes to reverse symptoms of depression. They also give actionable tools and break down the specifics of Dr. G's day, including what he eats, to show people what living a life centered around a healthy microbiome looks like. 

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