The Psychobiotic Diet

Ava and Hal discuss the "psychobiotic diet," a dietary approach designed to improve mental well-being by boosting the diversity and stability of the gut microbiome. This diet, similar to a Mediterranean diet, emphasizes consuming fiber-rich foods and ferments. Studies conducted by John Cryan and Ted Dinan have shown that adhering to a psychobiotic diet can significantly reduce perceived stress levels, highlighting the crucial connection between gut health and mental health.

Reference
Berding, Kirsten, Thomaz F. S. Bastiaanssen, Gerard M. Moloney, Gerard Clarke, Timothy G. Dinan, and John F. Cryan. “Adherence to a Psychobiotic Diet Stabilizes the Microbiome and Reduces Perceived Stress: Plenty of Food for Thought.” Molecular Psychiatry, July 17, 2024, 1–2.

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