Covers the gut-brain axis and the research on microbiome composition and neurological health. Relevant to NOD2, FUT2, and the connection between gut inflammation and brain function.
Perlmutter (a neurologist) surveys the emerging research on the gut-brain axis — vagal signaling, microbial metabolites, intestinal permeability, and inflammatory cytokines — and proposes dietary and probiotic strategies aimed at supporting cognitive and mood health.
A #1 New York Times bestseller and one of the highest-profile popular books to bring the gut-brain axis to a mainstream audience.
These peer-reviewed studies connect to the core ideas in this book. Each result has been scored for reliability.
Dr. Panda leads one of the world's top labs on time-restricted eating and circadian biology. His research on meal timing and metabolic health maps directly to what peer-reviewed studies have found for MTNR1B GG carriers — making when you eat as important as what you eat.
Covers the research on how specific nutrients — omega-3s, B vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins — affect brain and metabolic function. Directly relevant to FADS1 and BCMO1 variant research on nutrient conversion efficiency.
Two researchers present the evidence for micronutrient support — including methylated B vitamins — in mental health. Directly relevant to MTHFR compound het and the connection between folate processing and neurotransmitter synthesis.