S9 Ep24: Gut-Brain Axis Explained: How Food Impacts Mental and Physical Health with Dr. Edison de Mello Part 1
“Your taste buds have a different agenda than your mind and your gut. They're not connected in congruence all the time. So what tastes good in your mouth, is not necessarily what your gut or your brain needs.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
Gut, Food, & Health series
Your gut is the gateway to your overall health and well-being. Did you know that the gut-brain connection can significantly influence your mood, cognitive function, and immune system? Maintaining a balanced gut microbiome is crucial for optimizing both physical and mental wellness.
Dr. Edison de Mello MD, PhD, is a renowned expert in the field of integrative medicine. As the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine, he seamlessly blends cutting-edge Western medical practices with the wisdom of Eastern holistic approaches to provide personalized, comprehensive care to his patients.
Discover the profound impact of food on gut health, the challenges of implementing dietary changes, and the importance of tailored solutions as Dr. de Mello and Justine Reichman dive deep into the gut health revolution.
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Dr. Edison de Mello, MD, PhD is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine. He is a board-certified integrative physician and a licensed psychotherapist. Dr. de Mello completed his residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, where he trained in a biopsychosocial model and integrated complementary medicine into Family Medicine.
Inspired by his grandmother, Nana, who practiced natural healing, Dr. de Mello's approach combines Western and Eastern medicine, focusing on treating the mind, body, and spirit. He has written several articles and contributed to Dr. Andrew Weil's upcoming book on the microbiome and food addiction. Dr. de Mello is also on the advisory board of several organizations and a member of various professional associations.
Episode Highlights:
01:13 Food and Gut Health
04:46 Mindfulness and Food Insensitivity
07:33 Allergy and Intolerance Test
13:59 Tailoring Dietary Advice and Personal Needs
16:45 The Role of Medical Education in Nutrition
20:50 Navigating Global Health
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Inspirational Quotes:
02:50 “As single modalities, they do one thing, but interdependently, they can connect and then work together to support in a different way.” —Justine Reichman
03:55 “There's an intrinsic connection between what we eat and how our health develops and how we feel emotionally.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
04:28 “Your gut and your brain are connected like a highway of information back and forth. It's called the gut-brain axis.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
07:25 “It's easier if we're being mindful about where what we're eating to recognize some of these little things. It is a quick change.” —Justine Reichman
07:40 “Your taste buds have a different agenda than your mind and your gut. They're not connected in congruence all the time. So what tastes good in your mouth, is not necessarily what your gut or your brain needs.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
14:05 “The more we talk to people and bring to their awareness, the better…It's all about helping people walk a path where they can see the difference.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
16:25 “It's about looking at the patient sitting in front of you and what's the reality of their lives…Organic food is best for everybody, but look at the price difference.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
16:35 “Not everybody's got the same access or the same resources or the same will.” —Justine Reichman
20:07 “The best thing that we can do for ourselves as patients is give ourselves agency and to see that your practitioner is joining forces with you to decide on what the best course of action is.” —Dr. Edison de Mello
22:27 “It's not a universal solution. It's a tailored solution.” —Justine Reichman
