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However, one researcher reported an enhanced patient response to antidepressants when it was combined with a probiotic. One research study reported that several of these types of probiotics changed the levels of neurotransmitters in an area of the brain in animal studies and alleviated depression-type behaviors. In humans, a study conducted in New Zealand of postpartum women with depression improved when they consumed a probiotic containing this type of bacteria. In adults, L. acidophilus has most often been taken orally, alone or with other probiotics, in doses of up to 60 billion CFUs daily for up to six months.<\/p>\n

Exercise. Regular physical activity has been shown to influence the gut microbiome positively and may improve mood by increasing the production of mood-enhancing neurotransmitters and reducing inflammation. According to Dr. Christine Lee, gastroenterologist at the Cleveland Clinic, exercise is \u201cprobably the best \u2018medicine\u2019 we have for your gut.\u201d Exercise improves the gut biome in several ways. Your digestive tract is a muscle; like all muscles, it must be worked to stay healthy.<\/p>\n

If you remain inactive, the muscles in your gut that help digest food also become less active. Exercise improves circulation throughout your body, and it helps your gut remain stronger and able to maintain the appropriate balance of healthy bacteria. It also prevents constipation and bloating. Dr. Lee recommends thirty minutes of exercise, five days a week. Nutrition. Try to follow a Mediterranean diet.<\/p>\n

It includes an abundance of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Consult the antidepressant food scale in this chapter and try incorporating some of the options that help improve mood. Carbohydrates are linked to serotonin, one of your essential neurotransmitters. However, choose your carbs wisely. Limit sugary foods and instead aim for complex carbs like whole grains. Make sure to include enough protein in your diet. Foods like turkey, tuna, and chicken contain an amino acid called tryptophan, a serotonin building block.<\/p>\n

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Praise for IT\u2019S NOT JUST IN YOUR HEAD \u201cIt\u2019s Not Just in Your Head, particularly the section entitled \u2018Your Two Brains,\u2019 is phenomenal! It provides a clear and compelling exploration of the brain\u2013gut connection, an area that has long been enigmatic within gastroenterology. Dr. Trachman skillfully translates complex neurogastroenterological concepts into accessible language, grounding her explanations in sound, evidence- based research. Her ability to make the science understandable while maintaining clinical rigor makes this book both informative and reassuring for patients and clinicians alike.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat truly sets it apart from others is Dr. Trachman\u2019s compassionate, patient-centered perspective. Drawing on her extensive expertise in psychosomatic medicine, she gives a voice to individuals with medically unexplained symptoms and functional bowel disorders\u2014patients who are often misunderstood or dismissed. By validating their experiences and integrating the psychological and physiological aspects of gut health, this book offers clarity, credibility, and hope, making it a valuable and worthwhile investment for any patient seeking a deeper understanding and meaningful insight into their condition.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2014Dr. Tonya L. Adams, board-certified gastroenterologist and physician executive, and former assistant clinical professor of medicine at The George Washington University \u201cFull disclosure: I am a long-time fan of Susan Trachman, with whom I have collaborated on patient care for over twenty years\u2014a rewarding, educational, and exciting journey. My always high regard for her as a physician and colleague is solidified at stratospheric heights with the publication of It\u2019s Not Just in Your Head\u2014 elucidating, edifying, and riveting reading! This is a landmark book for all of us who focus on the mind\u2013body connection professionally and for the clients we treat.<\/p>\n

Susan\u2019s straightforward and sure-footed command of complex topics makes this work important for those with medically unexplained symptoms and for everyone who is a human body. The content, which covers key psychosomatic processes across organ systems, is relevant for all of us, essential to understanding the complex biopsychosocial choreography of being human.\u201d \u2014Keith Saylor, PhD, ScM, president and CEO of NeuroScience, Inc., author, researcher, and consultant on Hoarding: Buried Alive \u201cDr.<\/p>\n

Trachman has written a very valuable book that will enlighten physicians, patients, and families who are familiar with individuals that have a variety of persistent symptoms that are thought to have a major psychiatric component.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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