Tim Spector OBE- The good, the bad and the ugly of nutrition.

Tim Spector OBE is my guest for this episode and wow, it’s such a fascinating listen. We discuss so many things including why ultra processed foods can trigger depression, how to supplement a vegan diet, the ingredients in Pringles that literally mean “once you pop, you can’t stop” and poo transfer for mood disorders, yes, really.Enjoy! Davinia xTopicsThe gut, what is it?The importance of good gut health The connection between the gut and the brainHow diet can help mild symptoms of depression and anxietyThe effectiveness of antidepressant drugs in relation to dietPoo transfers to change the gut microbiome. The importance of microbe exposure for newborn babies.How to support C-section born babies microbiome The connection between the gut microbiome and Attention Deficit Disorder Why are ultra-processed foods so addictive?What damage do ultra-processed foods do to our guts?Misleading information from food manufacturers and what to look out for.The argument for drinking dairy and non-dairy milksThe pro’s and con’s of meat alternatives How to supplement a vegan dietThe importance of a diverse dietThe benefits of fasting (especially for people with IBS)The importance of fermented foods Thank you to our episode partner- @wildrefill “refillable, natural deodorant to your door”- use code DAVINIA to get 20% off your order at wearewild.comOrder my book- It's Not a DietPre-order my new book- Hack Your Hormones Follow us on instagram @daviniataylor and @tim.spectorTitle music"This Feeling"Performed by Skinny BeatsWritten by Jessica Charlotte Vaughn, Andrew Dixon, Daniel Johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.