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Topic: Gut motility

Gut motility refers to the coordinated contractions and relaxations of the gastrointestinal tract that facilitate the movement of food and waste through the digestive system.

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Gut motility plays a crucial role in maintaining overall gut and brain health, as evidenced by the podcast episodes provided.

In the episode Moment 161: The Surprising Link Between Your Gut And Your Brain: Gary Brecka, the guest explains how abnormal gut motility and the regulation of neurotransmitters in the gut can contribute to mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the root genetic causes of gut imbalances to restore optimal gut and brain function holistically.

Similarly, the episode The truth about SIBO with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz delves into how impaired gut motility can lead to small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a condition characterized by an imbalance of bacteria in the small intestine. The episode discusses the potential links between SIBO and other diseases, as well as the challenges in testing and diagnosing the condition, and the recommended treatment approach involving dietary changes and gradual reintroduction of fiber to rebuild the microbiome.

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