Episode #292: Kiran Krishnan: From Gut to Brain: The Impact of Your Microbiome

Is Your Microbiome Sabotaging Your Health? I am joined by Kiran Krishnan as we delve into the fascinating world of gut health and probiotics! Kiran explains the crucial roles of different types of bacteria in maintaining gut health, the pitfalls of common probiotic supplements, and introduces us to spore-based probiotics and psychobiotics. He offers actionable insights into improving gut health through diet, exercise, and the right supplements.  Kiran Krishnan is renowned research microbiologist and an expert in the human microbiome. With over two decades of experience in the field and has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research, focusing on the critical role our gut microbiome plays in overall health. Visit https://justthrivehealth.com and use code NAT20 for a discount. What We Discuss Understanding Gut Health and the Human Microbiome 00:27 The Role of Microbes in Digestive Health 01:11 Microbiome Diversity and Its Impact on Health 03:34 Challenges with Gut Testing Kits 04:23 Functional Redundancy in the Microbiome 05:29 Balancing Microbial Populations for Optimal Health 08:40 The Importance of Microbiome Diversity 10:10 Misconceptions About Pathogens in the Gut 11:23  The Impact of Modern Lifestyle on Gut Health 19:26 The Gut-Brain Connection 27:04 Inflammation and the HPA Axis 32:06 Neurodegeneration and Protein Misfolding 32:55 Impact of Endotoxins on Neurotransmitters 34:27 Gut-Brain-Liver Axis and Energy Balance 35:33 The Role of Sleep and BDNF in Brain Repair 40:44 Rising Prevalence of Neurological Disorders 41:51 Probiotics and Gut Health Solutions 43:57 The Importance of Fiber 54:04 Conclusion and Product Recommendations 01:00:48   Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Zona Health: Visit https://www.zona.com/ and use code NAT24 to save $100 on the purchase of a Zona Plus device Element Health Supply: Use code Lonevity when shopping at https://elementhealthsupply.com/discount/Longevity to save on your orders.    SiPhox: Visit http://SiPhoxhealth.com/nat and save on your test.    Find more from Kiran Krishnan & Just Thrive: Website: https://justthrivehealth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justthrivehealth/    Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ  Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community  Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/  Website: www.NatNiddam.com    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance    Key Take Aways: Gut health significantly impacts overall well-being, including mental health, cognitive function, and systemic health. Maintaining a balance of gut bacteria, which in turn supports metabolic, immune, and neurological health. Consuming a diverse diet rich in fibers helps promote this diversity. Consistent dietary and lifestyle changes are important for maintaining a healthy gut. Prebiotics are as important as probiotics feed beneficial bacteria and support a healthy microbiome.