The Power of Fibre & the Gut-Brain Connection | Dr Emily Leeming

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Megi Wellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - You can receive 20% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Megi Wellness products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ when you apply the code EAT20 at checkout. In this episode of The Eat Nourish Love Podcast, Caroline Cary is joined by Dr Emily Leeming – scientist, registered dietitian, and researcher at King’s College London – to explore the fascinating world of gut health and the powerful relationship between our digestive system and brain.They dive into the vital role of fibre in our diets, why over 90% of us aren’t getting enough, and how gut microbes influence mood, immunity, and long-term wellbeing. Dr Leeming also shares insights on women’s health, the gut microbiome’s development from birth, how stress and modern living impact our internal ecosystems, and why our approach to food needs to shift from restriction to nourishment.With practical, no-fuss tips for adding more fibre to your meals, myth-busting around clean eating, and a refreshingly relaxed attitude to nutrition, this conversation is packed with evidence-based advice that’s easy to understand and apply.Whether you’re curious about fermented foods, menopause, children’s gut health, or the connection between diet and mental wellbeing – this episode is your ultimate guide to a healthier, happier gut.Find out more about Dr. Leeming's work at https://www.emilyleeming.com/about/Connect with Caroline:Website https://www.eatnourishlove.com/our-story/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eat.nourish.love_/FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/eat.nourish.love1LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinecary/This podcast is produced by Creative Content Studio https://www.creativecontentstudio.co.uk