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October 6, 2024 63 mins

Hey there, it's Dr. Russ! In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, I'm chatting with Dr. Christine Bishara, a total rockstar in the world of gut health. She's the author of "The Gut Revolution" and she's here to spill the tea on how your gut is totally connected to your mental health.

We're talking about how your gut can influence anxiety, chronic illnesses, and even childhood trauma. And the best part? We're not just throwing pills at the problem. Dr. Bishara's all about addressing the root causes, from your diet to neurotransmitters.

Get ready for practical tips on what to eat, what supplements to take, and why a holistic approach is key. This episode is a game-changer, folks. Let's dive in!

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.

PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4000+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

01:06 - The Gut as a Root Cause

02:03 - Alcohol's Impact on Gut Health

03:45 - Social Connections and Health

04:59 - Anxiety and Childhood Trauma

05:35 - Neuroplasticity and Negative Thinking

06:56 - Improving Gut Health

10:02 - Role of Neurotransmitters

12:11 - Supplements vs. Diet

12:35 - Probiotics and Gut Health

13:18 - Fermented Food

14:02 - Vitamin D and Health

17:10 - Gluten and Gut Health

20:30 - Diet's Impact on Anxiety

21:23 - Food Tolerance and Anxiety

22:09 - The Body's Survival Mechanism

22:25 - Cravings and Neurotransmitters

23:27 - Gut-Brain Questionnaire

24:16 - Genetically Modified Foods

25:13 - Adverse Childhood Experiences

26:31 - Impact of Trauma on Gut Health

27:36 - Repetition Compulsion in Relationships

28:29- Mind-Body Connection in Healin

29:19 - Diet and Trauma Responses

30:16 - Vagus Nerve and Anxiety

30:31 - Spirituality and Gratitude

31:19 - Connection and Self-Care

32:15 - Comfort Foods and Childhood Patterns

34:47 - Diet as Self-Care

35:25 - Familiarity and Security in Relationships

36:46 - Food Choices Reflecting Childhood

40:15 - Motivation for Dietary Change

41:38 - Inositol Recommendations

45:57 - Dietary Supplements for Anxiety

46:36 - Ozempic and Weight Management

54:04 - Intermittent Fasting Benefits

01:01:17 - Building a Positive Mindset

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