Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection Part I

The gut and brain are in constant conversation, influencing everything from mood and motivation to digestion and hormonal health. In this episode, we unpack the fundamentals of the gut-brain axis, including the role of the microbiome, common medications that impact gut health, and how those changes can ripple into mental well-being. Tune in to build your foundational knowledge and start recognizing how pharmacy practice intersects with the gut-brain connection.HOSTJoshua Davis Kinsey, PharmDVP, EducationCEimpactGUESTLara Zakaria, PharmD, MS, CNS, CDN, IFMCPOwner, FounderFoodie Farmacist LLCCPE REDEMPTIONThis course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. CPE INFORMATIONLearning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:1. Explain the physiological connection between the gut and brain, including the role of the microbiome in mental and neurological health.2. Describe how some drugs can influence the composition and function of the gut microbiome.0.05 CEU/0.5 HrUAN: 0107-0000-25-153-H01-PInitial release date: 4/28/2025Expiration date: 4/28/2026Additional CPE details can be found here.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram