Amani Kaite - Gut health: Optimising mood and digestion with food

Relive Amani's talk from our 1 year wellness fest! In this workshop, we’ll explore the crucial link between gut health, mood, and digestion, highlighting how the gut microbiome affects both our mental state and our digestive well-being. We’ll discuss how certain foods can negatively impact both mood and digestion, while others can enhance our happy hormones and improve overall gut function. Topics discussed: 1. The gut microbiome: Ever wondered how your gut affects your mood and digestion? We’ll delve into symptoms of poor gut health, the crucial role of gut health in digestion, and how an imbalanced microbiome can lead to issues like bloating and mood disorders. 2. The gut-brain connection: We’ll explore the fascinating science behind the link between your gut and brain—often referred to as the second brain. You’ll learn how this connection impacts your emotions, stress levels, and overall digestive comfort. 3. Mood-boosting foods: We’ll discuss which foods can naturally enhance digestion and the production of feel-good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine and which foods to cut back on to prevent mood dips and digestive discomfort, including bloating and gas.