Overview
A dynamic and digestible keynote exploring how gut health directly influences mental health. This talk bridges integrative medicine with modern research on the microbiome, vagus nerve, and the enteric nervous system. Participants will gain practical tools to support mood, mental clarity, and emotional well-being—starting in the gut.
Core Topics Covered
What is the gut-brain axis?
How the microbiome affects mood, anxiety, and cognition
The role of gut inflammation and stress in mental health symptoms
Introduction to D3™: Dysbiosis-Driven Disorder—a clinical framework for gut-brain imbalance
Simple, accessible ways to start healing the gut to improve emotional well-being
Included Tools & Takeaways
A sample D3™ Questionnaire to assess gut-brain health
Visual framework for mild, moderate, and severe gut-brain dysregulation
Actionable lifestyle and nutrition strategies for attendees
Optional handout or downloadable resources
Follow-up support or deeper dive (optional course/workshop add-on)