The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Controls Your Mood, Energy & Health
Release Date: 03/14/2025
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info_outlineDid you know your gut might be controlling your brain?
In this episode of Super Life, Darin Olien explores the groundbreaking science behind the gut-brain axis, revealing how your microbiome influences mental health, energy, focus, and even disease prevention.
New research is uncovering that imbalances in gut bacteria, parasites, and food choices could be fueling anxiety, depression, and brain fog. Many cultures practice regular parasite cleansing—yet the Western world largely ignores it. Could this be the missing link to better mental and physical health?
If you’ve ever struggled with fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, or unexplained mood swings, this episode is a must-listen.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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(00:00:00) Introduction – Why gut health is the key to mental and physical well-being
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(00:02:11) The Gut-Brain Axis: What It Is & Why It Matters – Your second brain is in your gut!
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(00:05:06) The Role of the Microbiome in Mental Health – How bacteria control your mood, stress & cognition
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(00:08:08) The Parasite Problem—Are They Controlling Your Health? – Why most people unknowingly have parasites
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(00:11:15) Signs Your Gut Is Out of Balance – Brain fog, fatigue, digestive distress & more
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(00:14:00) How Parasites Hijack Your Brain Chemistry – The shocking link to depression, anxiety & cravings
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(00:17:10) The Hidden Impact of Nutrient Deficiencies – Why B12, magnesium & iron are key for brain health
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(00:20:45) How to Test for Gut Issues & Parasites – Stool tests, breath tests & organic acids analysis
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(00:24:30) The Best Ways to Restore Gut Health – Probiotics, prebiotics, and essential dietary shifts
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(00:27:50) Foods That Heal vs. Foods That Harm – How your diet can make or break your microbiome
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(00:30:00) Final Thoughts & Steps to Take Control of Your Gut Health – Simple but powerful daily changes
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
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Fatty 15 – The breakthrough essential fatty acid for cellular repair & longevity.
Find More From Darin:
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Website: darinolien.com
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Instagram: @darinolien
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Book: Fatal Conveniences
Key Takeaway:
"Your gut is talking to your brain 24/7—if you don’t fix your microbiome, you can’t fix your mental and physical health."