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“Fiber supports gut health by reducing gut transit time, which lowers the risk of conditions like diverticulitis and colorectal cancer. Fiber fuels the gut microbiome, producing short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, which benefit metabolic health.”

“Dietary fibers also maintain gut barrier function, which is often impaired in metabolic syndrome due to increased intestinal permeability. Learn more about intestinal permeability in our overview article. View study abstract.”

“From the article: > LP-1 is released from the wall of the gut after eating and acts to stimulate insulin from the pancreas to control blood sugar levels. This was known but what has now been unearthed is that GLP-1 also stimulates a small sensory organ called the carotid body located in the neck. View full publication.”

“The animals also showed improvements in their muscle strength and motor coordination. The rapamycin also caused substantial changes in the gut bacteria but it is unclear how these changes were responsible for any of the health benefits.”

“Many studies suggest that short-chain fatty acids derived from the gut microbiota promote the expansion of T-regulatory cells, maintain gut barrier function, regulate cytokine production, and support immune cell populations.”

“The gut microbiota is composed of the community of bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses that live in the human intestine, and its composition is highly sensitive to changes in lifestyle and use of medications. Antibiotics suppress the growth of beneficial gut bacteria in addition to pathogens, causing long term disruption of the gut ecosystem.”

“A key player in their regulation is the gut microbiome – the community of microbes that resides in the intestinal tract. Findings from a new study show indicate that antibiotic use early in life alters neuropeptide signaling pathways that influence behavioral development.”

“These findings suggest that urolithin A boosts mitophagy in mice, improving brain health and cognitive function. Urolithin A is a byproduct of gut microbial metabolism of ellagic acid, a bioactive compound found in pomegranates and walnuts.”

“These findings suggest that both sugar and artificially sweetened beverages play a role in the development of type 2 diabetes, independent of obesity. Artificial sweeteners may harm the gut, too, ultimately influencing metabolic health.”

“In this podcast I talk about how stress accelerates brain aging, causes gut permeability, depresses the immune system, and accelerates telomere attrition. Additionally, I discuss how meditation has been shown to buffer against these negative effects on the brain and body by decreasing rumination, increasing gamma wave production, neuroplasticity, brain volume, and telomerase activity.”