Food for thought: How your belly controls your brain | Ruairi Robertson | TEDxFulbrightSantaMonica

"Have you ever had a gut feeling or butterflies in your stomach? Has hunger ever changed your mood? Our bellies and brains are physically and biochemically connected in a number of ways, meaning the state of our intestines can alter the way our brains work and behave, giving a whole new meaning to 'Food for thought'.
As a nutritionist, microbiologist and neuroscientist, Ruairi Robertson is passionate about the link between our bellies and brains. His research is examining how our intestines and the microbes within them can influence both physical and mental health, and most importantly how our diets influence this relationship. Ruairi has travelled the world researching food, and believes it is the key to global public health. Ruairi is a PhD student in University College Cork in Ireland and current Fulbright Scholar (2015/16) to Harvard University.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

[@tylerworrell7866]

"90% of Serotonin is produced in the intestine." This should be on billboards across the country.

[@lillianzagury3732]

Yes

[@lydiawan8146]

Lillian Zagury Yu u

[@deltamahar4254]

I have insomnia..I could use more serotonin..how could THAT happen???

[@user-ul9rg2fn2i]

Toxoplasma gondii isn't a microbe... it's a parasite

[@yeetoburrito6445]

Serotonin produced in the intestine can't cross the blood-brain barrier, so instead it signals things to other organs, but isn't utilized by the brain. We can already artificially mass-produce serotonin; if it were that easy, we'd just inject it straight-up rather than use a variety of more indirect antidepressants. A lot of other things the guy brings up in this talk are similar half-truths.

[@jasontrinidad7872]

Quarantine got me wanting to change my life around

[@charliehobson33]

go for it jason!

[@benuriwickramarathne5443]

That’s great 💪🏼❤️

[@frostcf1706]

@Double u OhEnA that's antibiotics not vaccines

[@jboogie380]

Your a Jason don’t make us look bad lol

[@stevemitz4740]

@Double u OhEnA Big Pharma want's the [so-called] Law to force vaccines, at gun point on you, "For the good of the people"/ Big Pharma/ Tyrants/ Satan!!!! God help us.

[@GoCanucks2011]

Everything you do - Everything you encounter - Everything you experience - ------- is changing your brain --------

[@norwegianblue2764]

I have watched 100 TED talks, including many of the "most downloaded," and I have to say this is my favorite so far. Brilliant speaker, good topic, authentic, no negatives.

[@milestones305]

My fave one also is related to this Daily Bread

[@user-ob6yk9mw4e]

I only watched 3-4 Ted talks

[@OlympischbriesjeNadaAverage]

All those commends on how cute the guy looks. It's not him, it's his bacteria looking good.

[@MsColdCanada]

He's affecting the bacteria in our guts by causing butterflies.

[@ocean0158]

MsColdCanada hahahaha agreed

[@Solascriptura777]

Amen! Actually the microbes have taken over and gave him a makeover as a giant acarius lumbricoides.

[@pearldiamond6947]

lol....

[@realdeal7074]

Haha

[@djrandomwalker7656]

my great grandfather lived till 99 , all he had in dinner was a mango and yogurt based drink we call lassi in India.

[@EM-xj9of]

Vishwas Singh Thank you 😊

[@rabiabanu1633]

Vishwas Singh dame questions

[@ALLIN-dc5my]

My grandfather lived 150 years because woh apna kaam se kaam rakhta tha

[@sahilkaushal2628]

@Vishwas Singh probably mazaa😂😂

[@emanjabadi307]

Mango and yogurt are full of probiotics

[@marycotta31]

This explains why Covid can be so severe for some, and mild for others. Take care of your microbiome and they will take care of you!

[@nutherdisciple]

I agree with this comment

[@NurayaHijab]

True

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

No Mask required and the personification of wearing a mask is a threat to United States National Security.

[@themotivator2587]

It's almost certainly part of the equation. But all the major risk factors for covid seem to be related to metabolic dysfuction. The gut microbiome is only one part of the puzzle when it comes to metabolic health. Sugar, refined, grain, and seed oils are a major contributor to metabolic dysfuntion and a harmful composition of gut bacteria.

[@hajaarsmith5930]

You hit the nail on the head sis

[@icystorm9968]

This guy is Entertaining, engaging, educated and attractive. I NEED MORE BACTERIA!

[@ivanabubamaric]

hahahahahah so true!

[@roysreceptive]

This is a just about as perfect a TED Talk as I've seen - Thoughtful, engaging, informative, timely.

[@KnudsD320]

L.Pasteur dccdddddddddddddsdssd

[@thearodriguez8268]

Yes and not his own work!

[@mbusontshangase4074]

Then whose work is it?

[@deborahthiessen7314]

Give him time, he's on a Fulbright. And totally terrific, not like your comment.

[@mysteriousiamjewishmysteri2373]

L.Pasteur my stomach and heart agree there narcissts .

[@danielleosier-tatar8766]

Huge implications for mental health. Probiotics and better diets instead of antidepressants!

[@oksanaryabets9918]

Probiotics are mushrooms, we all have plenty of it in our body.

[@Dan-vr7zs]

probiatics are bacteria...

[@Germatti13489]

Danielle also taking vitamin D3, since many people are severely deficient and since it is also a hormone that affects your brain a deficiency of vitamin D can cause depression and mental health issues. With so many plastic bottles of water and pop, you wonder if the estrogen that leaches from the plastic is changing genders, causing depression, along with other health issues.

[@lifetobelived9102]

As someone with genetic anxiety/depression I don't think it is as simple as that. I do think diet and good bacteria has a big influence on our well being I still think we don't know enough about what happens in our brains and body chemically, etc. to know the best way to treat brain emotional disorders. For some people medications are necessary until scientists unravel the cause and then can come up with a cure or at least a treatment.

[@shanuansari758]

Nice

[@christianaiacampo5491]

My doctor did tell me when I came in for depression that the best long term treatment is to start exercising regularly and eating properly.

[@nutherdisciple]

Yes, simple and effective

[@MrAstrojensen]

I feel that the exercise part is often overlooked, but it really does work, I can attest to that. Walks in nature seem to be particularly effective, or has at least been for myself.

[@drums34]

Beyond being one of the best TED ever, this TED gives the answer of life. It tells to take care of your stomach so not drinking, eating well, sleeping well and more importantly HAVE A GOOD POSTURE. Because posture can block your diaphragm and we know that diaphragm massages the stomach. Take care of your body and enjoy your life

[@artemispapandopoulou2461]

I didn't know that but I do now! Thanks!

[@farahsafi5291]

Ahh thanks!

[@melissafeds1344]

I was piled up in the sofa. I suddenly sat up straight when I read this. Like if anyone did the same.

[@cheddarpuff]

Posture, yes! More people should learn about Moshe Feldenkrais and his Awareness Through Movement classes. Profound work!

[@RK-zf4jw]

Immediately sat up straight.

[@bogasixtyeight5153]

1. Eat fermented vegetables 2. Stop eating conventional meats 3. Stop eating foods high in sugar. 4. Stop conventional dairy

[@MsSKim1]

@@beedee9534 lmaooo

[@arjuna_dasa]

Stop eating meat, period!

[@danpt2000]

it seems that everything in life, is somewhat symbiotic. Yes, there are harmful bacteria, viruses, and predators, but adopting the scorched earth method of killing everything does long term damage to ourselves as well.

[@MrBears25]

Antibiotics are cancer

[@thistledo]

@@beedee9534 Proof of how 'Natural Selection' can work.

[@rustinstardust2094]

"...There is some food for thought." Not only is this guy a genius, suggesting a theory which could change the world...but an excellent writer as well.

[@lindadeacetis2057]

That was explained so well. This should be taught in schools....crucial part of our science curriculum. I applaud this man and others who continue to provide us with such valuable information. Dr John A MacLean (Toronto), we miss you terribly.

[@nelliechalmers1494]

This guy is such a good storyteller I can listen to him all day because every word is so believable and interesting I want to learn more and didn’t want him to stop. His charisma makes learning effervescent and I tuned in to learn what to eat to improve my memory and I am gob smacked how fascinating the subject really is and thank you for being so cute and entertaining at the same time . 😊

[@thecitizenjoan]

I agree with this 100% this supports the conclusion I've come to recently just in paying attention to how my moods have changed since I've become vegan. I notice when I eat junk food like mass produced pizzas and fried chicken I get in these really depressive moods and anything can tick me off, I also notice I get really depressed when I'm constipated. But since I've changed my diet I feel happier less irritable. I figured that my what I'm eating must affect my moods somehow, so happy KZbin suggested this to me.

[@drbhaviify]

Non veg food has lots of negative energy because it contains emotions of the animal who is slaughtered. All the stress hormones released at the time of slaughter are also ingested along with proteins& carbs this non veg has! So be Vegan and let others also live their lives peacefully ❣

[@ianvance2923]

I eat animals. Yet, for some reason I feel amazing.

[@lordbyron4242]

J. Montrice that’s not true thats psychological your vegetarian diet has nothing to do with it smh

[@eduardoreyes7421]

Lord Byron prove it.

[@johncronin7481]

SOoooo, does your mouth water when you can smell the grass when your neighbor cuts it, like mine does when I smell burgers or a steak on the grill?

[@swapnakhare4794]

Ayurveda, the Indian traditional medicinal system has always talked about the gut being a central pillar of human health (mental and physical). This is just one more validation for it from the western science.

[@indulekha619]

So very true...Eastern culture has always been superior in a holistic human experience

[@SanjaySarjal-fs6rl]

People of Asian continent used to have only a plant-based diet, that is why people of Japan, Indian and China were have a century of life span, but not, we are becoming slaves of Western.

[@shivaji735]

Absolutely correct. In South Indian diet buttermilk in an integral part if diet

[@AllisterCaine]

@@indulekha619 Ayurveda is quack science. Of course when you collect idiotic statements for 3500 years, some of them have to be true by coincidence. I mean, one discipline of ayurveda is "kayacikitsa" (demonology).

[@omnitrixsalamander1254]

True

[@wise-up-parenting]

Incredible research, I'm so fascinated! I recently started eliminating sugar and adding healthy fats to my diet and instantly noticed a decrease in my stress levels and increase in mood. I think my gut thanked .e with some seratonin. Phew!

[@larskrappel8798]

As long as your gut influences your mental health, this might even be true....

[@drbhaviify]

What you added as healthy fats in your diet? Can u plz elaborate that?

[@chinookvalley]

@@drbhaviify I am guessing a "healthy" KETO diet. See Dr Eric Bergs channel.

[@vasilisavasilisa8638]

@@drbhaviify just natural oils - sun flower seed oil, olive oil ect, there are plenty of them, produced from defferent kinds of seeds

[@amerpearson892]

@@vasilisavasilisa8638 Suggest you read up on seed oils. Not so healthy! Read Paul Jaminet: Perfect Health Diet. Still the best researched book on diet that I have seen.

[@bluebellbushomestead]

I had to have a c section unfortunately. As I was aware of the microbiome I did a swab so that we could rub as much bacteria over our baby as possible. The hospital were totally against this as it was unheard of but we pushed it anyway and signed a waiver (just saying if anything went wrong it was on us). After that more of the Doctors and Nurses there actually looked into it and are now much more open minded for others who may want to do this in the future :)

[@deendrew36]

So...what did you do exactly? I work in a level three NICU, so I attend many births. I am asking out of interest, not trying to be crude.

[@hortiek2528]

@@deendrew36 Have read that in Italy they use a sponge for this purpose, and cover the babies entire body including their faces.

[@rustinstardust2094]

This is so smart!

[@christinavasileiou2381]

I've heard this is becoming more common now, good for you for pushing for it!

[@4philipp]

In NYC C-sections are almost always recommended. It fits better into the hospitals schesule.

[@mdimranalam7742]

All that was said can be summed up and concluded as " You are basically what you eat."

[@rwinters1301]

"You are more bacteria than you are human"- *yes.* Most Americans, antibiotic-crazed, hand-sanitizer-crazed, don't get this. Thanks for shining a light on the microbiome. :-)

[@roymaitland]

How much bacteria is in fat? Americans are over 50% fat.

[@madeleinedacey8489]

That statistic is going by cell count, not by volume.

[@overcomer4226]

r winter's sooooooo tired of non Americans blanket categorizing us all the same. Very very small minded. And BTW I do believe Australia Britain and Mexico are ahead of us and obesity and there may even be a couple of more countries. Why don't you all research a little before you Bash. Why don't you go buy yourself some class it wouldn't take much

[@RobMonty248]

@@roymaitland Yea, that number is now about 70% of Americans are over weight.

[@wristlock3596]

I feel like you don't take showers

[@katik7206]

We are all aware that we have bacteria in our gut and through out the body, but I never realized it was a 9:1 ratio (9 bacteria to every 1 human cell). I also never considered how much what we eat can affect that bacteria, the bacteria affects not only our digestive system, but also our brains and the way we think. It surprised me that there was enough of a connection with the gut and brain that it can actually produce serotonin to create either depression (a low level of serotonin) or anxiety (a high level). And that if we are noticing symptoms we can correct them by eating more starch (to decrease serotonin levels by 10%), or eat more protein (to increase serotonin levels by 35%) for breakfast. This video makes you think of what your body and consider that the food we eat alone can affect our moods, digestive system, and even personality. This was very informational and interesting considering how much what we eat really does have an impact on us in many ways.

[@canadiantruthdefender2044]

Kati K Hello, thanks for sharing your views, wonderfully​, indeed. I appreciate it, Keep up the good work going 😊

[@Solascriptura777]

A friendly suggestion regarding protein... google or whatever - whats the adult daily requirement for protein (male/female) - then compare to what the average American diet contains. Also note that ldl cholesterol is a cause for insulin resistance you can look this up too, so heavy meat eating may not be a great idea. We've been lied to by the media, education for year because the beef and dairy industries held sway over the FDA.

[@gaganjangle2276]

Kati K seems like kind of a stretch to suggest it can affect personality. Is there any evidence of this link in literature and how strong is it?

[@Byrod1]

9:1 ratio is a murky NONSENSE, Ted be aware.

[@sherjack7283]

Kati K Great comment 👍🏻

[@williamkz]

Excellent talk by Ruairi. One thing that seems relatively overlooked in the comments is the role of antibiotics. We are quick to demand antibiotics from our doctors and doctors are quick to prescribe them (maybe to avoid complaints or long conversations). But it is likely that the inordinate amount of inappropriate antibiotics that we consume is killing vital gut bacteria and having an adverse effect on our health.

[@lotto241]

BOOM

[@creativeideas012]

💯

[@Swanky95472]

I need an intelligent man like this in my life!!!

[@warriorharry1558]

Swankster you get one if you're intelligent too

[@oksanaryabets9918]

But remember, he will always be one step ahead of you. Exhausting!

[@rymmarion1472]

Indeed

[@flowerflower5431]

Vaya que todas percibimos al tiro lo GUAPO E INTELIGENTE QUE ES !! 🤣🤣🤣💛💛💛

[@Itfeelsmoist]

Well.. With a name like swankster, I wonder what's stopping that?

[@carrienorthcott2498]

I can definitely see how taking care of my gut health with my natural supplements, eating habits, and exercise has directly contributed to how I've felt, behaved, and and even thought these past five months. It's been an amazing journey and I feel like I'm just getting started!

[@felipemachado963]

How do you feel now?? (=

[@Inspiringlives36924]

Wow, sounds great. Please share your natural supplements. Would really appreciate.

[@deepthir3507]

GoodLuck 👍

[@e.v.6389]

The drink he talks about of Eastern Europe is "kefir". You can make it with kefir grains. It is an old tradition from the Middle East.

[@glennvannijevelt1133]

E. V. Yes. Kefir.

[@anomalieswhenthingsjustare1401]

In the West we eat it as Yogurt. A much weaker form of Kefir . You can buy a Kefir starter pack at good Natural Stores and make your own at home very cheap, very little effort.

[@user-lf9yi1vk9x]

Read some more, before commenting It's not kefir, but bulgarian sour milk :)

[@kurodesuuuu]

@@user-lf9yi1vk9x Thanks for clarifying! I was wondering which drink he was talking about. Any ideas on how to make bulgarian sour milk? Can't finf any starters in my country..

[@elliesaksena]

Full summary and notes of the talk: Overview: Bellies and brains are biochemically connected resulting in an intense connection between one's thoughts and behaviors to one's food. Nutritionist, microbiologist and neuroscientist Ruairi Robertson researches the link between intestines and how their microbes influence physical and mental health. Ruairi has researched nutrition and believes diet is key to global public health. Cholera: Some gut bacteria support cholera Some rid body of cholera Tie between gut and human health C-section: Increase in asthma, obesity disease Birth canal bacteria are necessary for the best health Link of gut and brain: Guts have a hundred million neurons Gut health can affect brain health neurotransmitters can change behavior Serotonin: 90% is created in the gut Modern diet disruptions in intestines Prebiotics: Help healthy microbiome grow The secret to long life: Bacterially fermented milk contributed to long life researcher lived nearly 2x as long as average life expectancy in France (70 instead of 40) Call to action: Adopt desire to educate c sections Restrict antibiotics Increase prebiotics in diet

[@jennyl9452]

thank you for this summary!

[@semakulajackie4886]

Thanks alot for this educational opportunity, bless you

[@ikswakrutfamily]

Thank you!

[@patriciavarga4084]

Well done and thank you

[@VinceCaron]

Thank you !

[@shankyhcst]

Gut and brain relation has been said thousands of year before in Ayurveda.

[@mr.filmworm4018]

Ayurveda is way ahead of its time, people don't recognize it, even vedas and scriptures do talk about how to live life happily

[@pdpkum9772]

Siddha is the father of ayurveda

[@mikecatadjuster]

Depressed, and having studied taoism and buddhism, I asked myself, 'since I am not thinking bad thoughts and nothing bad has happened, not only why do I feel depressed, but where is this depression'? I wanted to see if I could point to the feeling. It was then that I noticed it was a vague feeling in my gut that resulted in my sullen mood. In fact, once I leaned to the side and belched, my emotion changed. This may sound silly, but I have other examples as well and am now intricately more aware of my gut. I have successfully helped myself with intermittent fasting, though I have not altogether alleviated sadness, which is largely linked to being alienated from my children, and to my subsequent realization not only of human nature but also to our system of governance. But, to what I can control, is where I will ultimately hope to focus. Great Ted Talk.

[@timran8553]

Very interesting and I may have similar feelings and will try to experiment what your saying. Thanks for sharing

[@brianmyers9989]

That was heavy man. I am also into taoism. I'm surprised it's not more popular. It is very beautiful.

[@brianmyers9989]

boson96.....weird, I was just talking about this last night. At the time in my life when I meditated every day, I felt soooo much more relaxed. Gotta get back into it.

[@RashedaF]

Thanks for this. I started intermittent fasting & noticed that my attitude in terms of getting annoyed easily changed & I Couldn’t understand why. I told a friend am convinced that the brain is linked to the stomach & she asked why. I told her the changes I noticed with my attitude while doing the intermittent fasting. It felt like even talking takes too much energy 😀 thanks for this insight

[@jamesbizs]

So you say you have no bad thoughts and nothing bad has happened, while also saying you are alienated from your children, and apparently have an issue with our government. Yeah, I highly doubt you don't know why you're depressed, considering you've just told us. Your first few sentences don't jive with your last few.

[@llanitebear7254]

lovely Irish accent

[@user-ur2wq1oh8j]

Me too.

[@ranjittyagi9940]

@@user-ur2wq1oh8j me too what?

[@jaym9846]

10:46 Foods to include in your diet.

[@UFCxRAMPAGExPFC]

Thank you

[@TheScorpionkapoor]

For centuries, in India, we are told of the close linkage of our brain functions with the food we consume. Food has been categorised as Satvik, Tamasic and Rajasic. Therefore abstinence of meat products, help us lead a happy and disease free healthy life !

[@hakunamatata1352]

Handsome and smart: What a combination! The lecture is very captivating, too!

[@fayethelightworker2975]

Good looks with substance, sense. and intelligence. Total package,,, 😆😘😍

[@ohonaislam2227]

This is a just about as perfect a TED Talk as I've seen - Thoughtful, engaging, informative, timely.

[@anirudhreddy7671]

wonderfully both onions and garlic were used as granny tips from olden days for better immunity,in India.

[@pinkladypear]

E

[@tereserapunzel5164]

Onions also help prevent cancer

[@michaelmccrossan7655]

Garlic was shown to halt cancer growth and kill cancer cells. Turmeric very powerful anticancer spice

[@catherinevasayllaje9432]

This TED talk really is some "food for thought." I found the part about how serotonin is 90% produced in our intestines so interesting. Maybe this is suggesting that instead of pumping meds into people who suffer from mental illnesses like depression, we should be looking into their gut bacteria.

[@psychicreaderhealer7718]

I agree WITH ALL YOU SAY..Mum was Naturopath my daughter is a Clinical Psychologist and i am both counsellor and Healer..so we think alike

[@SuperChloroplast]

My grandparents - farmers from East Europe, lived over 90 years, without major health issues, very active till the end, they ate very simply - what farms gave. Milk, potatoes, onion, butter, white cheese, some dumplings, eggs, not too much meat - it was expensive and hard available. I remember at home ( I lived on the farm for the first 15 years of my life) we had plenty of fermented milk - my favorite meal was potatoes with fermented milk. It is like people use to know what was right for them to stay fit.

[@sarahcaronmakeup]

I'm seriously in love with this man... handsome, articulate, and intelligent. I'm surprised this TED talk doesn't have more views.

[@beedee9534]

Thanksgiving Christmas Newyear is the worst for eating and quit coffee

[@danielross4334]

Are you sure that you are in love with him? What did you eat for lunch? ;)

[@beedee9534]

@@danielross4334 caca

[@scentsofspringtimescentsof7912]

@@danielross4334 😂

[@aminmirzaei5104]

You mean that your bacteria is in love with his bacteria : )

[@ArifAli-hg1eq]

Thanks, thanks and thanks again. We need more gems like you, in order to bring back health to general public.

[@williamstanley4960]

I loved hearing this scientific explanation of the Biblical phrase, "bowels of compassion." It always sounded very odd to me, as a young Christian. Now, it makes perfect sense! Just like when it was declared in the book of Job that God hung the sphere of the Earth on nothing long before anyone had scientifically posited the possibility of the Earth being a sphere.

[@cosmiledsouza5372]

Could explain that phrase "Bowels of compassion"? I am Christian and would like to know how that phrase is relevant to the video.Thank you

[@williamstanley4960]

@@cosmiledsouza5372 Happily! The idea that our bowels are where a lot of our feelings are actually produced, the odd phrase finally seemed to fit in, and not just be an odd sounding phrase. That was all.

[@micaelaroyo4837]

@@williamstanley4960 oh my goodness, that makes so much sense! It's kind of amazing that the Bible has so much information that was so important way before anyone really knew why

[@williamstanley4960]

​@@micaelaroyo4837 There is no contradiction between true religion and true science, since they are simply two parts of the one Reality that God made. Reality is reality, no matter what the high priests of science falsely so called say.

[@firozosman]

The multinational pharmaceutical industry isn't going to take this lightly, yknow.

[@roymaitland]

Good thing they Don't have the power! Just some influence; that we allow them! Now Why do we allow them to roam is the question? Watch the watcher!

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

Let's hope that's true!

[@jtspiky]

So they shouldn't!

[@mayathomas5114]

They certainly do have the power - Monsanto/Syngenta has billions of dollars to spend suppressing and attacking scientists that dare to speak the truth rather than submit to being publicly honest and contradicting what they want people to believe. There’s no independent laboratory testing of their products required by the FDA and none is done. If you think that the scientists paid by them are going to say anything that might jeopardize their continued sales of dangerous chemicals like Round-Up you are in the proverbial fools paradise.

[@thesource479]

They won’t exist any longer once we clear out what’s inside us. As within, so without. I just posted a comment to this video, that provides the medicine that does just this.

[@rogermunoz1314]

I truly do believe that this almost conveys what our grandparents were always trying to teach us. But, somewhere along the line, but, we missed the point. We do need to get back to our basics. I truly believe that this is a great reminder of that way of life.

[@anipopescu]

Very useful. Had IBS and learned some of this the hard way. Also, for the East Europe, I suppose he is referring to a particular bacteria called bifidus !! Not all kefirs yougurts etc have it! I’m from Romania and while watching I remembered my grand-grandma died @82... her husband I think almost 90. They were eating “lapte acru” - sour milk in literal translation. But they always had to preserve the bacteria from the last pot they had just finished. Some even would go ask from a particular lady in the village that was able to “get the soureness right” My mom and auntie are still trying. Even if I was a child I could make the difference if the pot was with “old” or “new” bacteria/sourness. ☺️Visit Romania 🇷🇴 ask for “lapte acru” 💪🏽

[@poojamittal251]

The gut - brain connection!! This has always fascinated me... Sir... This is the best and the most relevant Ted talk.. I hve ever seen.... Adore u sir...!!

[@luiszea4617]

Simply, very impressive, eventhough I don't drink milk since I was 10 years old boy, now I'm 74 years old and my health is better than ever and permanently getting younger and younger. Thank you!

[@wendynewberry6283]

He said fermented milk. Like Keifer.

[@anitacontarini3394]

@@wendynewberry6283 Kefir

[@anipopescu]

Wendy Hill Ladies... the Kefir is alright. But I suppose he is referring to a particular bacteria called bifidus !! Not all kefirs yougurts etc have it! I’m from Romania and while watching I remembered my grand-grandma died @82... her husband I think almost 90. They were eating “lapte acru” sour milk in literal translation. But they always had to preserve the bacteria from the last pot they had just finished. Some even would go ask from a particular lady in the village that was able to “get the soureness right” My mom and auntie are still trying. Even if I was a child I could make the difference if the pot was w “old” or “new” bacteria/sourness. :)) Visit Romania 🇷🇴 ask for “lapte acru “ ☺️

[@JDMaya]

THIS IS HOW MY FATHER THOUGHT ABOUT FOOD. HOW GOOD IT IS TO FIND OUT AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE ABOUT HOW THE BODY FUNCTIONS, AND MAKE THAT AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE TO KNOW. AWESOME THAT THIS INFORMATION IS ON KZbin.[!!!!!!].AND SOMEONE TOOK THE TIME TO PUT IT THERE. THANK YOU.

[@aperson2020]

O boy! You knocked it out of the park and the universe!!!! Your message can change the world 🌎 I will share this far n wide.

[@justinbaula8666]

I like how this TED Talk agrees w/ Jim Kwik's (Brain Coach) insight that our gut is our 2nd brain. He called this as ENS (Enteric Nervous System) while the Brain is CNS (Central Nervous System). Kudos! 👏

[@leeannmckenna]

This is great to hear. In the "natural foods" community, we have been saying this for years, but to have a member of the medical community saying it so eloquently will have a big influence on the general population. THANK YOU.

[@martasuarez1568]

he is not a doctor. he studied Nutricion. Doctors are not allowed to discover the Truth that your food is your medicine. They are not taught that knowledge at university. Big Pharma controls Medical universities across the world

[@PetyaKP]

This was actually a very interecting TED Talk. I was pleased to hear about our fermented milk (yogurt) with the bacteria called Lactobacillus bulgaricus.

[@ayeeshapathan9141]

he was talking abt kefir not yogurt ,thats what is most drank in europe

[@biancahotca3244]

Keyword: MAY- Keep that in mind. Very important!

[@michaelwatts5481]

The people of the Indus Valley knew about this centuries ago. Yoga promotes a mind-body connection.

[@abhishekjha733]

10:57 (list of food for bacteria growth)

[@aftabman]

Thank u

[@theanti-speciesist8045]

Loving the number of vegans on here. I went vegan 6 months ago but only very recently cut out refined sugar and unhealthy processed foods. The difference mentally is amazing!

[@user-vb3cd8yn5s]

this could change the way we eat. His speech was incredible

[@claymusic2205]

"You are more bacteria than human." So that's what people mean when they call me a pest.

[@pragawa]

😉

[@missyuuuuu868]

😆😆😆

[@ernaherlina8014]

I live in Ukraine where kefir and other similar type of drinks are in abundance. No wonder the senior citizens here are so strong and healthy.

[@pathfinder1273]

Just imagine how much better off they'd be if they got their microbes without having to drink milk.

[@murtijung5962]

Belated.But I cried from the beginning to the end my friend. I had Covid visiting me already and I am fine. I suffered 2 times Pulmonary Embolism in the last 24 month. I am fine. But my gut feeling is, that the cause was 6 vaccinations same day because I wanted to travel to Africa. Thank you so much for your voice and daring to speak up!!!

[@ranjana240]

Food you eat does determine how you behave. This has been studied and practiced for centuries in India and has been largely discussed in the Ayurveda. This concept is know has Sathvik living, you create a lifestyle that promotes qualitative longevity - not just physically but also mentally. This has been proven to help the cause for ages now.

[@Tk-iz2ws]

What you drink especially.

[@lizzyavila5895]

Yep,I just got diagnosed with SIBO and stress really triggers it all plus poor eating habits . Be healthy everyone ❤️

[@christinepiwowarczyk4270]

I found the book Gut Balance Revolution by Gerald Mullins. Helped me!

[@katiespeirs6005]

Wow, I feel like Ruairi just took all the thoughts in my brain and told a really important story far more eloquently than I ever could.

[@lindagutspiel5027]

Amazing and no wonder there is no meat listed for the foods needed to build a healthy microbiome and overall body.

[@M3galodon]

I found that surprising given how many people sing the praises of eating exclusively meat. I think it's safe to assume there's still plenty of research and discoveries to be done.

[@nicolarollinson4381]

I've heard about prebiotics but because we hear more about probiotics, I just assumed there are more important but clearly they aren't. I had M.E., which is a brain disease, for 20+ years. There's no cure, as such, or medication, so as soon as I learned what it was and before my health deteriorated too far, I read everything I could about what I needed to eat. I believe my new diet and cbt therapy, and strong faith, are what enabled me to fully recover, when others often go from relapse to relapse or even 'die'. Now I understand why. Thank you

[@nitahudson343]

Amazing insight! I’ve suffered from a perforated colon and changing my diet saved my life. I function and feel better with a healthy diet and good probiotics.

[@tejasripurushothama5161]

What kind of diet are you following?

[@relacharlton]

Fascinating, I knew nothing about microbes now I do . Thank you TED

[@deborahbarry8458]

Rela Charlton listen to Rob Knight - he has a TED talk

[@NCVV2000]

A great talk, and a great reminder of how we need to put our health back at the top of our lists of priorities....Dr Sebi was known for healing with food - he was murdered unfortunately....very sad ..

[@jesserythompsonfeldman105]

As I was coming from usha village today I was thinking all about the way he worked with food and herbs.

[@mirandascott8364]

I love this speech so much. I could... and have watched it over and over for hours. The subject and delivery are just wonderful.

[@missVierzehn]

I love it when people are fascinated by science. I don't mean him, I mean obviously we share our love for science. But I love it when non-scientists discover the fascination of science and laugh about his jokes and have fun while learning something, he does a good job there. I only discovered the gut's role and importance for our immune system about 6 months ago thanks to a colleague who told me about experiments where they the influence of your microbiome on autoimmune disease for example. It's crazy and so cool. Thank you for your nice talk.

[@missVierzehn]

I've never heard of that. Where did you get that information?

[@a.j.3088]

Wow, didn’t know natural birth is so important. Interesting

[@itsbeastyplays2363]

A. J. Corona virus

[@harishassasin]

No point C-Sections is the norm now

[@anitacontarini3394]

@@harishassasin a part of natural selection process ;-)

[@SnowFoxParty]

@@itsbeastyplays2363 i was born via c section and yup hella allergies and nuts is deadly to me

[@scottherf]

@@SnowFoxParty interesting. thanks for sharing.

[@ppereza1861]

Fascinating !! Thanks for this talk! Very good delivery!

[@MK-ds5dt]

Mechnikov was studying the bacteria found in the Bulgarian "Yoghurt" (we call it kisselo mliako) and its correlation with longevity. The lactobacillus Bulgaricus. Mechnicov found that in Bulgaria there were more people above the age of 100 in seemingly good health compared with the rest of Europe at that time. He contributed that to this fermented yoghurt that they were consuming (and the bacteria) daily. Good talk!

[@saphirehart5892]

Do you know mechnikvo first name ?

[@0ptimal]

I believe this could be one of the most valuable videos on Earth. Due to its shinning a light on something so transformative and fundamental, that very few understand. Give your body what it wants, it will give you what you want.

[@claudublin]

Interesting topic! (Irish accent + perfect enunciation + plus high level of echo = (I am reminded of sunday mass sermon!)

[@OswaldDigestiveClinic]

If you found this interesting you may want to know this fun digestive fact: what you eat can change your gut microbiome in just 2 days!!

[@kristinahahn9741]

Thank you, Ruairi, for sharing your #fightsworthfighting on the TEDxFulbright stage!

[@NYtoNC]

Would ❤ love a TED talk by him on updated research as of 2024💕

[@harshadk4595]

This is one of the best videos on KZbin..6:50 - 7:00 that's just genius.. That is exactly how barren deserts are formed on earth as well. To reverse a desert into a thriving ecosystem we first have to introduce the microorganisms into the soil - a big lesson I learnt on how our lives are dependent on the minutest of organisms.

[@drforce007]

excellent talk - so clearly explained

[@tereserapunzel5164]

Us native Americans always ate healthy which also helped you stay looking youthful, in shape and long beautiful hair by eating good. Love this!

[@markodejanovic1635]

This is the topic i heard before and i'm still fascinated.

[@elizabethwilliamson7373]

This guy is a great orator. I would take notes, but it's 1;24am. Time for bed. Goodnite.

[@EngineeringEIdeas]

Good night of sleep is essential for health.

[@jackiesantangelo6610]

I could listen to this guy talk all day

[@jeaninebrowne]

Accent, intellect and information! Great delivery!!

[@ananya_soni_]

Great lecture!!

[@TrishtonCarroll]

I lost over 120 lbs and have kept it off for 7 years but none of that was possible before I found my “why”. You have to do the inner work first or it will not last.

[@javanesia3365]

Powerful Talk. Charming speaker. Tons of knowledge in short time. Insightful! Thanks a lot RR and TedxFullbrightSantaMonica.

[@LucianaPinto]

Thank you so much Dr. Robertson! I’m not a doctor but however i’m really interested in relationship between food and health and you are just confirming my empirical idea about that 💚🙌🏻

[@user-hs3ge6qh3t]

Superb Ruairi. I work everyday on that direction, Rersearching, as a Kinesiologist. I truly believe that, "that gut feeling" belongs to our first brain. Thank you

[@ananyasingh6323]

microbe and man, food for thougth!! amazing writer and the theory makes so much sense!

[@YadiAnyankah]

coming back to this during the corona virus to find the correlation between a countries rate of infection and their diet plan/prescription use. and of course, very helpful information.

[@AllThingsToeseen]

Yadi Anyankah hmmm very nice theory you got here.

[@Writinghood]

Eye-opening, thank you 👍 ❤

[@chinookvalley]

Mind, heart, gut = who we are. We don't need drugs, just a healthy diet, exercise, and sunlight. Amazing. Almost impossible for the average American in today's world.

[@yuliiakarachevska7754]

Wow… this is something I didn’t know I needed ❤ Thanks for the video!

[@SnowFoxParty]

In March, for 17 days I ate healthy only food. No junk or take outs. I lost over 10 pounds. My body had junk food cravings and urges for the first week. But that led to me not having any need to want to eat..the body and the brain are so damn exhausting.

[@alimiri4949]

Expressing novel interesting scientific facts with simple words and a sense of humor! He was great. I really want to get involved in his topic of research!

[@binkwehclaudia7950]

My best career too. Human Nutrition that changed my Life.

[@Atufa_Raqshee]

He is absolutely right!!!!

[@Onyx8Moon]

Hes sooooo good looking. And a great speaker :)

[@sanjeewagunarathna3096]

This is an eye opener to rethink about our traditional Sri Lankan cuisine and food habits. Thanks a lot.

[@nellier5704]

Im glad I had the chance to listen to this talk. Since 2013 I have been suffering several diseases and I was diagnosed with a bacteria in my stomach that ruined my digestive system. I look foward to do what is possible to get my health in a better place. Thank you!

[@NuclearLama]

what kind of bacteria

[@carrieoff]

How are you doing one year later?

[@sunshinedayz2172]

Nellie, did they have a diagnosis for your illness?

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

@@sunshinedayz2172 I'm guessing NO. Because they want more $$$

[@pankajrawat5132]

Ni P off hu pp pp😊

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

We still have a lot to learn

[@zhumagulmyrzaeva8167]

Thank you so much for interesting and informative speech!

[@sha571]

A great speech!! Thank you