Dr Emily Leeming&nbsp;is a Registered Dietitian, microbiome expert and&nbsp;research Fellow at King&#8217;s College London.&nbsp;
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&#8217;s Health and The Sunday Times.
Here are some of the things we talked about in today’s podcast:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The gut microbiome is a powerful second brain.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fiber is crucial for gut health and often overlooked.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Probiotics can be beneficial but are often misrepresented.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gut health is closely linked to immune function.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Estrogen levels can influence gut microbiome composition in women.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Focusing on adding healthy foods can crowd out unhealthy options.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A little bloating is a sign of a healthy gut.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Two kiwis a day can help with constipation.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Breathing techniques can alleviate bloating.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dietitians specialize in gut health and nutrition.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;90% of serotonin is produced in the gut but doesn&#8217;t reach the brain.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kefir can improve memory and emotional resilience.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fiber is crucial for gut health and overall well-being.
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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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