Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain: The Five Pillars of Enhancing Your Gut and Optimizing Your Cognitive Health

by Partha Nandi M.D.

Overview

The brain and the gut are neurologically and biochemically connected via millions of nerves and the trillions of microbes that populate the intestines. Known as the gut-brain axis, this communication network between the two systems is vast and complex. Although scientists have known about this axis for some time, the assumption was that the gut needed the brain in order to function. Only recently has science given the gut its due credit in this relationship. Researchers are learning that the gut microbiome can influence certain physiological processes in the brain. Our microbiome can affect how we think and function—cognition, memory, motor control—for better or worse.
More and more, poor gut health is being linked to a decline in brain health, opening up possibilities for exciting new and effective treatments to prevent and even help to heal disease states associated with poor brain health. Much of the research is focused on three leading causes of neurodegeneration that doctors have been struggling to treat effectively: stroke, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. Much of the recent research highlights the connection between well-known risk factors for these disorders—including genetics, environmental toxins, diabetes, obesity, and heart disease—and poor gut health, reinforcing that the connection between gut and brain health we’re seeing isn’t coincidental.
As a gastroenterologist with a personal and professional interest in understanding the role the gut plays in brain health and in employing targeted treatments that can prevent cognitive decline, Dr. Nandi is poised to deliver this information to consumers. Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain explains the emerging science, including the pathophysiology between the gut and these disorders, in lay terms. It also shows readers how simple changes to improve gut health—most of which are not currently part of a neurologist’s standard treatment protocol—can help them to
▪       achieve excellent brain health;
▪       preserve brain health to help prevent neurological disease; and
▪       dramatically improve recovery from devastating neurological disorders such as: stroke, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s
Dr. Nandi’s accessible and simple program is based on five pillars, which include nutrition, movement, purpose, spirituality, and community, and offers an holistic approach to helping prevent and mitigate cognitive decline.


 
 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798887701790
Publisher:	Mayo Clinic Press
Publication date:	10/01/2024
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.25(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Partha Nandi, M.D., F.A.C.P., is a gastroenterologist, Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Michigan State University, and the Chief Medical Officer and President of Pinnacle GI Partners. He is an international health advocate, keynote speaker, and media expert, whose no-nonsense approach to health and wellness combines Eastern and Western techniques and philosophies. He is also the host of the syndicated television show, The Dr. Nandi Show with millions of viewers worldwide, the chief health editor at WXYZ ABC Detroit, and the author of two books, Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain and the best-selling Ask Dr. Nandi. A fellow of the American College of Physicians, he is also an active member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Nandi practices medicine full time in Michigan, where he lives with his wife and children.

 

Editorial Reviews

Praise for Dr. Nandi's previous books:

"Dr. Partha reaches over 80 million people daily with his wildly popular television show, Ask Dr. Nandi and now you can bring his powerful advice home with his book. He outlines his simple yet comprehensive plan to uplevel your health and your life. Learn why millions rely on Dr. Nandi daily for their health." —JJ Virgin, CNS, CHFS, New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet and The Virgin Diet Cookbook

"A simple, thought-provoking plan that will bring best practices for healthy living into your home. Dr. Nandi and his family have dedicated themselves to teaching us how to stay out of the doctor’s office with simple, doable lifestyle adjustments. This book is an inspiring blueprint for anyone who wants to lead a long, healthy life". —Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP Pharmacist and #1New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto's Protocol

"Dr Nandi has impressed me on so many levels. His true passion for health and his ability to inspire those around him makes him such a great role model to so many. In his book, Ask Dr. Nandi, he identifies five areas we can focus on to diminish stress and inflammation, add purpose and belonging, and put clean foods into our bodies. By simply paying attention and making a few lifestyle changes, you can add so much to your days – more friends, more fun, stronger communities and a longer healthier life." —Kellyann Petrucci, M.S., N.D., author of the New York Times bestselling book Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet and Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Cookbook

"Joining the ranks of Deepak Chopra and Oprah Winfrey - Ask Dr. Nandi is game changing in it's simplicity! You will learn the elegant ways to harness the magic of being alive: food, movement, belonging or “tribe”, a sense of purpose, and room to reflect and develop a life of the spirit. Develop all five and thrive. Learn how to enfold family, friends, colleagues and community to become a #HealthHero, one of a small percent of the population that knows how to really live. Devour this book and put it to work! When you do, the promise is nothing less than deeper, richer, healthier, longer days on Earth." —Teresa de Grosbois #1 international bestselling author and  President, Wildfire Workshops Inc.

"Dr. Nandi's new book is not your typical stuffy medical advisory. We all know we should eat our peas and take care of ourselves. This new book, written by a real #HealthHero, brings us joy, through simple ideas to help you harness the magic of being alive! His "Five keys to human health," are the right medicine! Read this book. Think about it. Put it to work in your life. If you do, the promise is nothing less than deeper, richer, healthier days on Earth. If you want the most health benefit, with the least effort, this book is for you." —Bryant McGill, international bestselling author, U.N. Global Champion, & Nobel Peace Prize Nominee

"Ask Dr. Nandi and Health Heroes are brilliant brands for today - a time when 'high touch' is needed even more than 'high tech.' Partha Nandi is going to impact more people's lives with his platform than anyone prior and I am thrilled to see that." —Nan-Kirsten Forte, MS Pioneer WebMD SVP Brand Marketing, Healthline

Dr. Nandi is a celebrated medical doctor and colleague who has a blueprint for health that offers no doctor visits, tests, or pills. The plan has 5 simple steps that together add power, strength and purpose to our lives. As Dr. Nandi says, ‘if you want to do better, you must first know better,” Ask Dr. Nandi is the keys to a healthy kingdom where stress does not corrode your life, where bonds are strong and the food is clean and nourishing. A must read for you and your family ” —Joel K. Kahn, MD, FACC Professor of Medicine and author of The Whole Heart Solution

"Dr. Nandi's new book is a lively, informative, and practical owners' manual for living a joyful life, fueled by purpose. Partha is a dedicated physician as well an engaging story-teller and his book is his gift to humanity. His message is as profound as it is simple: treat your body like it belongs to someone you love and with the right mindset, you can fulfill your greatest dreams." —Pankaj Vij, MD, author of Turbo Metabolism

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